Shocking Incident: Woman Arrested for Setting Partner on Fire in Basti

Incident Overview

Basti: In a shocking incident in the Munderwa police jurisdiction, authorities have apprehended a woman accused of locking a young man in a room and setting it ablaze. The suspect, Kanti Chaudhary, was captured at the Munderwa railway station.

According to police reports, Ramchandra Gupta, a resident of Barhua village, had been living with Kanti Chaudhary as a couple without marriage for the past four years. On the night of May 1, a dispute arose between them, leading Kanti to ignite a fire in the room and flee the scene after locking the door. Ramchandra suffered severe burns as a result.

Following the incident, family members rushed him to BRD Medical College, where he succumbed to his injuries on the night of May 6. The case gained significant attention after his death, prompting police to intensify their search for the accused and add charges under section 103(1) BNS.

Under the leadership of Station Officer Pradeep Kumar Singh, the Munderwa police team successfully arrested the woman at the railway station. Authorities have stated that a thorough investigation is ongoing, and a charge sheet will be filed soon.

This tragic event has sent shockwaves through the local community, sparking various discussions among residents regarding the incident.