SaralnamaA youth suffered severe burns in an acid attack in Bhikkampur village, Roorkee on Diwali night. The incident occurred when an argument over bursting firecrackers outside a house turned violent. An angry villager threw acid on the youth from the roof. Hearing his screams, locals rushed to the spot and caught the attacker. Police arrived, sent the injured to the hospital, and filed a case against the accused. Doctors say the victim has serious burns on multiple body parts and remains in critical condition. The attack has caused shock in the area. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 05:37 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A youth suffered severe burns in an acid attack in Bhikkampur village, Roorkee on Diwali night
- The incident occurred when an argument over bursting firecrackers outside a house turned violent
- An angry villager threw acid on the youth from the roof