Bhubaneswar, July 28 -- On Wednesday, police began a probe into the death of a young woman who was allegedly burnt alive in Pratappur village under Purushottampur of Ganjam district. A scientific team reached the spot to investigate the matter. It is being alleged that the victim was set on fire by a youth over a one-sided love affair.

The accused has been identified as Krushna Chandra Sahoo. As per reports, the victim was reportedly going to marry the accused Krushna Chandra Sahoo but the marriage was cancelled. As per the victim's father, Krushna used to harass his daughter by calling her repeatedly even after their wedding was cancelled. The father of the deceased also alleged that he used to threaten the family members. It is alleged...