Odisha Student Dies After Self-Immolation Over Alleged Harassment Inaction

A heartbreaking incident has unfolded in Odisha, where a student tragically succumbed to her injuries after resorting to self-immolation. The young woman took this drastic step allegedly due to the lack of action taken on her complaint of harassment.

Student’s Desperate Plea for Justice Ends in Tragedy

The student, whose identity is being withheld for privacy reasons, had reportedly filed a complaint alleging harassment. However, she felt her pleas for help were ignored, leading her to take the extreme measure of setting herself on fire as a desperate cry for justice.

Chief Minister Vows Swift Justice, Investigation Launched

Following the tragic incident, Odisha’s Chief Minister has expressed deep sorrow and vowed to ensure swift justice is served. An investigation has been launched to examine the circumstances that led to the student’s death and to determine if there were any lapses in handling her harassment complaint. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for greater accountability from authorities in addressing harassment complaints.