Bhubaneswar: A minor girl from Balanga of Puri district, who sustained 70 per cent burn injuries after being set ablaze by unidentified assailants, has been airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment.
Officials confirmed on Sunday that her condition, while still critical, has stabilised enough for the transfer to Delhi.
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Executive Director Dr Asutosh Biswas said, “The girl’s condition is now stable enough for transfer. A special flight has been arranged, and AIIMS Delhi has been informed.”
A green corridor was created from AIIMS-Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik International Airport for the smooth passage of the ambulance carrying the victim.
“We have created a green corridor for the quick transfer of the patient. The roads between AIIMS and Airport have been kept cleared. A special convoy has escorted the ambulance carrying the patient,” Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena said.
The family members of the victim, doctors, have accompanied her to Delhi in a special air ambulance.
The shocking incident occurred on July 19 in Balanga, Puri.
According to the family, the girl was attacked near a river embankment, where miscreants allegedly poured petrol and kerosene on her and set her on fire.
Miraculously, she managed to find refuge at a nearby house, from where villagers rushed her to the Pipili Community Health Centre.
She was later referred to AIIMS Bhubaneswar due to the severity of her injuries.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the case.
The team is under instructions to expedite the investigation and identify the attackers. Scientific teams, including K9 units, have combed the crime scene, while senior police officials are monitoring the investigation closely.
