INDIA

Student sets self ablaze over 'harassment': Odisha govt to bear medical expenses; state minister assures strict action

In Odisha, a college student's self-immolation after alleged ignored sexual harassment complaints prompted swift action. The state government pledged to cover medical expenses and formed a high-level committee for investigation. The accused HoD and Principal have been suspended, and the accused teacher is now in police custody, with initial evidence supporting the student's claims.

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