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Newlywed Woman Catches Fire During Honeymoon Barbecue in Darjeeling
✍️ India Today
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 03:36 AM
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A newlywed woman was engulfed in flames while a barbecue was being prepared during her honeymoon in Darjeeling, prompting emergency response.
A tragic incident unfolded in the hill town of Darjeeling when a newlywed woman was set ablaze during a barbecue organized as part of her honeymoon celebration. Witnesses said the fire started suddenly while the couple was preparing the grill, and the woman was quickly surrounded by flames.
Local emergency teams arrived at the scene within minutes and rescued the victim, transporting her to the nearest hospital for critical care. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blaze and to assess whether safety protocols were followed.
The incident has shocked the community, with residents expressing grief and urging stricter safety measures for outdoor cooking activities in tourist areas. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Local emergency teams arrived at the scene within minutes and rescued the victim, transporting her to the nearest hospital for critical care. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blaze and to assess whether safety protocols were followed.
The incident has shocked the community, with residents expressing grief and urging stricter safety measures for outdoor cooking activities in tourist areas. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.