India News | Man Attempts Self-immolation Near Talkatora

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. A man tried to set himself on fire near Talkatora Road here on Wednesday, police said.

New Delhi, Aug 18 (PTI) A man tried to set himself on fire near Talkatora Road here on Wednesday, police said.

He was identified as Surjit (47) of Burari in north Delhi, they said, adding that he sustained 30 per cent burns.

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The man was taken to the nearby Ram Manohar Lohia hospital for treatment.

Police are yet to record his statement to establish the reason behind the apparent suicide-bid, said a senior officer.

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