SaralnamaA newly married woman died during treatment at AIIMS Rishikesh on after suffering burns in suspicious circumstances. The victim's family accused her in-laws of dowry harassment and setting her on fire with petrol. They claimed the harassment began after the wedding in. The woman, identified as Bharti, was initially taken to a Haridwar hospital before being shifted to AIIMS Rishikesh with 80% burns. Her family has demanded strict action against the in-laws. The State Women's Commission chairperson has already directed the police to take strong action in the case. Police have handed over the body to the family after conducting a post-mortem. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 05:41 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A newly married woman died during treatment at AIIMS Rishikesh on 25 Aug 2025 after suffering burns in suspicious circumstances
- The victim's family accused her in-laws of dowry harassment and setting her on fire with petrol
- They claimed the harassment began after the wedding in October 2024