Jharkhand CM directs for airlifting Chatra acid attack victim to Delhi for better treatment 

Ranchi, August 30: Following directive from Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren, a girl from Chatra was subjected to a heinous acid attack on August 5 and currently undergoing treatment at RIMS, Ranchi will be airlifted to Delhi on Wednesday for better treatment.

The RIMS medical board headed by the medical superintendent referred her for better treatment in Delhi.

Necessary arrangements in this regard is being undertaken by deputy commissioner, Ranchi to shift the girl to Delhi at the earliest. The Chief Minister has decided over this issue based on the report given by the medical board constituted under the leadership of RIMS Superintendent. Process has been initiated by the Deputy Commissioner of Ranchi to shift the girl to Delhi as soon as possible. 

Deputy Commissioner of Chatra, Abu Imran informed that the family members of the victim are being provided with financial assistance of one lakh rupees. The cheque of the given amount will be handed over to the family of the girl who is undergoing her treatment in RIMS.

The accused involved in this heinous crime, Sandeep Bharati was promptly arrested on the day of the incident and necessary legal procedures are underway. This heinous incident happened on 5th August 2022 after which the girl was admitted to RIMS for treatment.

Chief Minister having been apprised of the incident has directed officials to extend all necessary support to both the girl and her family members.