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In a disturbing trend of violent attacks across Odisha- petrol, once considered merely a fuel, is now emerging deadly like acid. On many occasions, woman in the state are set ablaze with petrol or diesel, reigniting fears around the easy and illegal availability of this highly inflammable substance.
Despite its dangerous nature, petrol remains easily accessible across Odisha, often sold in plastic bottles in the open market. This unchecked black market has contributed to a spike in horrific incidents, where petrol is being misused for attacks and even self-immolation attempts, particularly targeting women, minors, and young girl...