Balasore, July 14 -- The victim student who attempted self-immolation in Odisha's Balasore district is suffering from 95 per cent burn, according to her father.

The student self-immolated allegedly in protest against sexual harassment by a Professor of her college, sparking widespread outrage. Following this, the student was rushed to AIIMS Bhubaneswar.

"She has 95% burns. Doctors have said they are trying their best and are also in touch with AIIMS Delhi. CM sir also came here yesterday (Sunday). She had complained, but the principal did not pay heed to it," said the father, speaking to ANI.

He further added, "They had 2-4 complaints against the accused professor, the College authorities asked me to wait for the internal committee rep...