Kalahandi Woman Set Ablaze Over Alleged Dowry Demand, Police Launch Investigation
Bhawanipatna: In a shocking incident of alleged dowry-related violence, a woman sustained severe burn injuries after reportedly being set on fire by her father-in-law in Odisha’s Kalahandi district.
The incident was reported from Gotamunda village under the Koksara block of the district.
According to allegations made by the victim’s family, the woman had been facing continuous physical and mental harassment over dowry demands since her marriage.
Reports indicate that the accused allegedly poured petrol on the woman and set her ablaze the previous evening.
Family members and local residents rushed to her rescue and admitted her to Dharmagarh Hospital for treatment.
As her condition deteriorated, doctors referred her to the District Headquarters Hospital for advanced medical care.
She is currently undergoing treatment for serious burn injuries.
The victim’s father lodged a complaint at Ampani Police Station, accusing the woman’s in-laws of prolonged dowry harassment and the attempted murder.
Acting on the complaint, police have initiated an investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and take appropriate legal action.
The case has once again highlighted the persistent challenge of dowry-related violence and the need for stronger enforcement of laws aimed at protecting women from domestic abuse and harassment.
