Court Sentences Man to 30 Years for Acid Attack on Widow in Kanpur

In a harrowing case from Kanpur, a man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for attacking a widow with acid after she refused his marriage proposal. The court also imposed a fine and ordered compensation for the victim. This incident highlights the ongoing issues of violence against women and the importance of justice in such cases. The victim's bravery in pursuing the case and testifying against her attacker has been commended by the court, emphasizing the need for support for survivors of such heinous acts. Read on to learn more about this tragic event and the court's ruling.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 3, 2026, 20:20 IST

Tragic Incident in Kanpur

New Delhi: A shocking incident has emerged from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, where a man attacked a widow with acid two years ago after she rejected his marriage proposal. On Monday, the court sentenced the perpetrator to 30 years in prison and imposed a fine of 1 lakh rupees. Additionally, the court ordered compensation for the victim under various schemes. The judge issued a strict sentence based on the evidence and testimonies presented, highlighting the police's crucial role in bringing the case to justice.

Acid Attack on the Road

According to reports, the incident took place in Uttar Pradesh. The victim, Priyanka, also known as Khushboo, lost her husband in a road accident in January 2022. Following his death, she moved back to her parental home in Bidhanu with her child. On the morning of May 4, 2022, while heading to work at a rope factory near Samadhi Pulia, she was confronted by a man named Ajay, who was infatuated with her and pressured her to marry him. Ajay, a resident of Kalyanpur Mawaiya, blocked her path and insisted on his proposal. When Priyanka refused, he attempted to grab her, and upon her continued rejection, he doused her with acid from a container and fled the scene.

Victim Undergoing Treatment

In this case, Additional District Judge Kanchan Sagar stated that Ajay was also fined 1 lakh rupees, which will be awarded to the victim as compensation. He praised the widow's courage and determination in pursuing the case. The victim testified in court that Ajay's family had pressured her to settle, threatening her with harm if she did not comply. However, she remained steadfast and fought back against the intimidation. Following the attack, she bravely continued her battle for justice.

Conviction and Sentencing

Ajay, a father of two, was found guilty of the heinous act. He poured acid on Priyanka due to her refusal to marry him. Neighbors alerted the police and her father after the incident. The victim received treatment at Ursula and KGMU in Lucknow. The prosecution presented seven witnesses, including the victim and her father, in court. After the charges were established, the court found Ajay guilty based on the evidence and testimonies. The court emphasized that the victim not only endured her injuries but also bravely recounted her ordeal in court. The judge concluded that the severity of the crime warranted a 30-year prison sentence to fulfill the demands of justice.