An unidentified woman attempted to set herself on fire in Srinagar on Saturday, prompting panic in the area before locals intervened and helped prevent a major tragedy, officials said.
According to officials, the incident occurred in Pratap Park when the woman &ldquo;poured some inflammable liquid, believed to be petrol, over her body and attempted to ignite it in a crowded area of the park.&rdquo; 
The sudden act triggered chaos as visitors rushed to understand the situation and assist.
&ldquo;Locals present in the park acted quickly and managed to douse the flames from spreading thereby preventing serious harm to the woman,&rdquo; officials said. 
Witnesses reported that &ldquo;the fire was doused within seconds, while others moved the woman away from the area to ensure she was safe from further danger.&rdquo;
Police personnel reached the spot shortly after being alerted and shifted the woman to a nearby hospital for immediate medical treatment. 
Officials said no identification documents were found on her, and her identity has yet to be established.
The motive behind the attempt remains unknown. 
Police have initiated an inquiry to determine the circumstances that led to the incident.
Authorities noted that similar cases involving youths and elderly persons have been reported in the past, often linked to domestic violence, post-marriage disputes, depression and other mental health issues. 
Community and religious leaders have repeatedly urged families to ensure emotional support for their children and to address rising concerns such as drug abuse and excessive dependence on digital platforms, which contribute to social disconnect and strained personal relationships.
&mdash;IANS

Woman stopped from self-immolation at Srinagar park

Unidentified woman’s self-immolation bid in Srinagar halted by swift local intervention

Woman Attempts Self-Immolation In Srinagar Park

Unidentified woman’s self-immolation bid in Srinagar halted by swift local intervention

November 29, 2025 | 16:17 IST