70% Burns: Odisha Teen Battles for Life While Police Intensify Probe

A 15-year-old girl is in critical condition with over 70% burns at AIIMS Delhi after an attack in Odisha. Police have intensified their investigation but have not yet made any arrests. Political representatives from BJD and BJP have visited the victim, who remains stable but grievously injured.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 21-07-2025 21:55 IST | Created: 21-07-2025 21:55 IST
70% Burns: Odisha Teen Battles for Life While Police Intensify Probe
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The tragic case of a 15-year-old girl battling life-threatening injuries at AIIMS Delhi has taken a new turn as Odisha Police intensify their investigation. The minor sustained over 70% burn injuries in a brutal attack along the Bhargavi riverbanks in Puri district.

Despite the swift passage of 50 hours since the attack, authorities have not detained any suspects. Senior officers from the local Balanga police are now receiving assistance from the criminal investigation department, cybercrime experts, and special branch operatives to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Political figures including BJD and BJP MPs have visited the victim to inquire about her condition, which remains stable but critical, as efforts continue to save her life.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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