A horrific incident in Kumaradungi, India, resulted in the death of a 32-year-old woman and her two-month-old baby after they were set on fire by a mob who accused them of witchcraft.
In a shocking incident in the Kumaradungi area of West Singhbhum district, superstitions have led to a horrendous act of violence. Three members of a family were set on fire by a mob that accused them of being witches. This tragic event resulted in the deaths of Jyoti Sinkhu, a 32-year-old woman, and her two-month-old baby, while another family member managed to escape with serious burns. The incident has highlighted the dangers of superstition and mob justice in the region.
The incident occurred in Kolaiya village, where Kolhan Sinkhu was resting with his wife Jyoti, their two-year-old son, and their infant when a relative named Rashika Biruwa yelled from outside. After responding to the call, Kolhan and his family were confronted by a mob of approximately a dozen villagers who began accusing Jyoti of witchcraft. Despite Kolhan attempting to reason with them, the mob quickly escalated the situation into a violent attack.
Such incidents emphasize the urgent need for education and awareness programs to combat superstition in rural India. The tragic deaths of Jyoti and her child underscore how deeply engrained beliefs can lead to devastating consequences. Local authorities must take steps to address these issues, as mob justice poses a significant threat to vulnerable communities, particularly women, who are often the targets of such accusations.
