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News1828-01-2026, 15:30

Woman Immolates Self in Shahjahanpur Over Land Dispute; Police Investigate

  • A 26-year-old woman, Farana, suffered serious burn injuries after allegedly setting herself ablaze in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
  • The incident stems from a land dispute following her uncle Naushad's death, where Farana was allegedly denied her share of property.
  • Farana claims her father attempted to kill her and then doused her with a flammable substance before setting her on fire.
  • Police's preliminary investigation suggests Farana set herself ablaze, and the motive is currently under probe.
  • A case has been registered under BNS sections 109(2) (attempt to murder) and 118(1) (causing fire), and investigation is ongoing.

Why It Matters: A woman in Shahjahanpur self-immolated amid a land dispute; police are investigating the exact circumstances.

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