A college student in Odisha died by self-immolation, allegedly due to ex-boyfriend's blackmail, sparking calls for police accountability.

A 20-year-old female college student in Odisha's Kendrapara district died after setting herself on fire, allegedly due to blackmail and harassment by her ex-boyfriend. Her father claims they approached the police six to eight months ago but were advised only to block the ex-boyfriend's number. The incident, the third such case in the state since July, has sparked political criticism, with opposition parties demanding accountability from the government and a thorough investigation into police negligence.