: Girl dies after jilted lover sets her on fire in Jharkhands Dumka, protests erupt #IndiaNEWS #India Dumka: A girl who was allegedly set on fire by a person after she did not reciprocate his proposal

Girl dies after jilted lover sets her on fire in Jharkhands Dumka, protests erupt #IndiaNEWS #India
Dumka: A girl who was allegedly set on fire by a person after she did not reciprocate his proposal in Jharkhands Dumka district succumbed to her burn injuries on Sunday. The police said the accused has been arrested.
Accused Shahrukh poured petrol on her and set her ablaze on August 23. She was set on fire in a case of unrequited love.
A student of class 12, Ankita Kumari had been first admitted to Phulo Jhano Medical College and Hospital in Dumka in critical condition. Later she was referred to Ranchis Rajendra Institute of Medical Science (RIMS) for better treatment.
Soon after the incident came to light, people were seen protesting in the streets of Dumka.
Speaking to ANI, Dumka Superintendent of police (SP) Ambar Lakda said, The accused Shahrukh has been arrested. We will apply at fast track court for a fast trial. People are cooperating with us. We appeal to people to maintain peace. The situation is under control and Section 144 has been imposed. Reacting to the matter, Jharkhand Health Minister Banna Gupta said stringent action will be taken against perpetrators ensuring a fast trial. The state government is serious regarding the murder of a girl in Dumka. Stringent action will be taken against perpetrators. We will ensure a fast trial. We have talked to DC in this regard, Gupta said.

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