Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Odisha Girl Airlifted After Being Set on Fire; Investigation Underway
A 15-year-old girl in Odisha was badly hurt after someone set her on fire.
The girl was attacked while going to her friend's house and suffered serious burns.
She was first treated in Bhubaneswar but then moved to Delhi for more care.
Police are trying to find out who did this and why.
Some politicians are upset, saying the government isn't doing enough to protect women, especially after another case where a student died after setting herself on fire.
A 15-year-old girl was allegedly set on fire in Puri district, Odisha.
The girl sustained 70-75% burn injuries in the attack.
She was initially treated at AIIMS Bhubaneswar and has been airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for further treatment.
Police are investigating the incident, with a special team formed and individuals detained for questioning.
Opposition leaders have criticized the state government, citing a failure of governance and increasing unsafety for women.
- Who
- Three unidentified persons are alleged to have set the girl on fire.
- What
- A 15-year-old girl was set on fire.
- When
- The incident occurred on Saturday.
- Where
- Puri district, Odisha
- Why
- The cause of the incident is under investigation.
Opposition's View
Government's Stance
Governance Failure
Opposition's View
Claims of systemic failure of governance in protecting women.
Government's Stance
N/A
Government's Response
Opposition's View
Accusations of the state government being insensitive.
Government's Stance
N/A
Criminals' Behavior
Opposition's View
Express concerns that criminals are emboldened.
Government's Stance
N/A
- Victim Age
- 15 years old
- Location of Attack
- Balanga, Puri district, Odisha
- Burn Percentage
- 70-75%
- Initial Treatment
- AIIMS Bhubaneswar
- Current Treatment
- AIIMS Delhi
- Investigation Status
- Underway
