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Crime
Woman Burns to Death in Baitul After Alleged In-Law Abuse; Four Arrested
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 09:00 PM
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In Baitul, Madhya Pradesh, a 24‑year‑old woman named Sanjana Kapil Sahu was allegedly tortured by her in‑laws and set ablaze, leading to her death. Police have arrested her husband, mother‑in‑law, father‑in‑law and sister‑in‑law.
In the village of Baitul in Madhya Pradesh, authorities confirmed that Sanjana Kapil Sahu, aged 24, died after a fire was set to her. Investigations revealed that the blaze was allegedly started by her in‑laws following accusations of abuse. Police arrested four individuals – her husband, mother‑in‑law, father‑in‑law and sister‑in‑law – on charges of criminal intimidation and arson. The case has drawn attention to domestic violence and the need for stronger protective measures for women in rural areas. The investigation is ongoing, with officials promising a thorough probe into the circumstances surrounding the incident.