Catering Contractor Allegedly Sets 11-Year-Old Boy on Fire Over Rasgullas in Basti, India
Caterer douses minor with diesel, sets him on fire for eating rasgullas at Basti wedding
Hindustan Times
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An 11-year-old boy named Amar, from Malauli Gosai village in Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India, was severely burned after a catering contractor allegedly set him on fire for eating two rasgullas at a wedding. The boy is currently receiving treatment in Lucknow after being transferred from Ayodhya Medical College.
- 01An 11-year-old boy was set on fire by a catering contractor for eating two rasgullas.
- 02The incident occurred during a wedding in Malauli Gosai village, Basti district.
- 03The boy suffered severe burns and has been transferred to Lucknow for specialized treatment.
- 04Police have initiated a search for the accused contractor, who fled the scene.
- 05Family members reported the incident to the authorities, prompting an investigation.
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In a shocking incident in Malauli Gosai village, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India, an 11-year-old boy named Amar, also known as Chaman, was allegedly set on fire by a catering contractor after he ate two rasgullas during a wedding feast. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when Chaman, a Class 2 student, was attending a relative's wedding with his maternal grandmother. After eating the sweets, the contractor reportedly became enraged, poured diesel on the boy, and ignited him. Chaman suffered severe burns from his face to his waist and was initially taken to a local hospital before being referred to Ayodhya Medical College and later transferred to Lucknow for specialized medical treatment. The local police, led by Chandan, the station house officer, confirmed that a case is being registered against the accused, who fled the scene following the incident. Family members described the moment they found Chaman lying in pain, highlighting the urgent need for justice in this tragic case.
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This incident raises serious concerns about child safety and the treatment of children in public spaces, particularly during celebrations.
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