Quilt of Flames : Woman's Smoking Accident Leaves Her with Severe Burns

Churu (The Uttam Hindu): In a tragic incident that occurred late last night, Sona Devi, a woman from a small village, suffered over 60 percent burns after a fire broke out in her house. The event has caused widespread panic and concern, with villagers gathering in large numbers outside her home to offer support. The authorities are now investigating the cause of the fire. The horrifying ordeal began when Sona Devi, who was reportedly smoking a bidi in her room, accidentally ignited a fire. The flames quickly spread, engulfing her in a burning quilt. Hearing the woman’s desperate screams, her husband, Budhram, woke up in alarm. He immediately raised an alarm which alerted the rest of the family. In a state of panic, the family members rushed to the room, where they found Sona Devi severely burnt. They acted quickly, managing to extinguish the fire by removing the burning quilt, though not before the damage had been done. In a race against time, the family rushed Sona Devi to the hospital in a private vehicle. Upon arrival, doctors confirmed the extent of her injuries. According to medical officials, she had suffered more than 60 percent burns, with her hands and feet being the most severely affected areas. The doctors have stated that her condition remains critical and she is being treated by a dedicated team of medical professionals.

As news of the incident spread, villagers flocked to the house in a show of solidarity and concern. Jagdish, Sona Devi’s son, shared that his mother was smoking a bidi before the fire broke out. He mentioned that upon hearing the commotion, he rushed to the room and was shocked to see the seriousness of the situation. In the midst of the chaos, the hospital management promptly informed the local police station about the incident. The police have since initiated an investigation into the matter. While the exact cause of the fire remains under investigation, it is believed that the woman’s smoking habits may have played a significant role in the tragic accident. The entire village is in shock, with many expressing their sympathies and concern for Sona Devi's family. Local authorities are urging the community to exercise caution when handling fire-related activities and to be vigilant, especially in households where smoking or the use of fire can lead to such tragic accidents. As the investigation continues, the community remains hopeful that Sona Devi’s condition will improve with continued medical attention, though the situation remains dire.