Tragic Self-Immolation Sparks Protest Against Civic Authorities

A 37-year-old grocer named Narmada Kumavat succumbed to injuries after setting herself on fire due to a shop demolition notice in Ahmedabad. Her drastic action was caught on video, igniting local protests against alleged harassment by civic authorities. Her husband and others were injured while trying to save her.

A 37-year-old grocer in Ahmedabad tragically died after setting herself on fire in response to a shop demolition notice by the civic body, according to police sources. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between local shopkeepers and municipal authorities.

Narmada Kumavat, the victim, was captured on a viral video dousing herself with kerosene and igniting the flames. The incident occurred following a confrontation with Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation officials outside her shop in Jashodanagar on August 14.

In a desperate attempt to save Kumavat, her husband Ramesh and three other individuals suffered burn injuries and were promptly hospitalized. Local merchants organized a foot march to protest what they claim is harassment by local authorities.

(With inputs from agencies.)