Odisha Student Burns Self To Protest Harassment, Brother Vows To Secure Justice

A student in Odisha's Balasore attempted self-immolation after allegedly being harassed and threatened by her head of department over sexual favors. The victim suffered 95% burns, while a fellow student who tried to help sustained 70% burns. The head of department has been arrested, and both he and the college principal have been suspended. Odisha's higher education minister assured strict action. The victim's brother criticized the investigation's fairness but vowed to seek justice for his sister.

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