Annamayya, Feb. 14 -- A horrific acid attack happened in Gurramkonda Mandal of Annamayya District in Andhra Pradesh, on a young woman by her male classmate. The victim was also stabbed with a knife by the accused, said to be her "lover".

The victim is identified as Gautami. She belongs to Perampalli village and is a degree student.

While speaking to the media, Gautami stated that the attacker was her classmate and studied with her in the degree college of Madanapalle. She was immediately rushed to the government hospital in Madanapalle by 108 ambulance for treatment.

The incident caught the attention of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. CM Naidu strongly condemned the attack and has directed the officials to take strict ...