Odisha teen burnt alive days ago, dies in Delhi; Police deny foul play

A 15-year-old girl from Odisha's Puri district, who suffered 75% burn injuries on June 19, has died while undergoing treatment at AIIMS Delhi. In a significant development, the Odisha police have stated that their investigation indicates no other person was involved, contradicting the victim's mother's initial FIR which alleged three miscreants set her daughter on fire. The police have not clarified how the girl sustained the injuries. The opposition has heavily criticized the BJP-led Odisha government over the handling of the probe and the deteriorating law and order situation, particularly concerning women's safety. One speaker, reflecting the sentiment, stated, “Justice delayed is justice denied.” There are calls for the immediate arrest of the culprits, who are believed to be at large, and for the President of India, who is from Odisha, to pressure the government for strict action.