Tragic Death of Panchkula Woman After Self-Immolation Outside Police Station
Woman who set self ablaze at Baltana police post succumbs
Hindustan Times
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A woman from Panchkula, India, succumbed to her injuries after setting herself ablaze outside the Baltana police post in Mohali on April 29. She had previously accused the police of negligence in her rape and cheating case against a salon owner, leading to widespread outrage and calls for accountability.
- 01The woman suffered 80% burns and died after her self-immolation attempt.
- 02She had accused the police of failing to register an FIR regarding her rape and cheating case.
- 03Her family claimed she was defrauded of nearly ₹9 lakh (approximately $10,800 USD) by the salon owner.
- 04The Punjab State Women Commission is investigating police negligence in the case.
- 05Two police officers have been shifted pending an inquiry into their handling of the woman's complaints.
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A woman from Panchkula, Haryana, India, who set herself on fire outside the Baltana police post in Mohali on April 29, has died from her injuries at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh. The victim had accused the police of negligence in not registering a First Information Report (FIR) regarding her allegations of rape and cheating against a salon owner named Sohib from Uttar Pradesh. She claimed that he had sexually assaulted her under the pretext of marriage and defrauded her after they entered a business partnership, resulting in a loss of nearly ₹9 lakh (approximately $10,800 USD). Following her tragic act, the Mohali police transferred two officers from the Baltana post and initiated a departmental inquiry. The Punjab State Women Commission has taken notice of the incident, emphasizing the need for accountability and a prompt investigation into the police's actions. The victim's family has expressed deep frustration over the police's inaction, stating that had they acted sooner, she might still be alive.
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This incident highlights serious concerns about police negligence and the treatment of women's rights in Punjab, potentially leading to reforms in how such cases are handled.
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