The horrific incident took place after they were suspected of practising witchcraft. Police have arrested four people after a woman and her 10-month-old son were burnt alive on Tuesday, February 17. The horrific incident took place after they were suspected of practising witchcraft. A similar incident took place months before Jyoti Sinku and her son were burnt to death. During that time, rumours spread that Jyoti Sinku was practising witchcraft due to which Birua suffered from illness.

Source: dna February 21, 2026 10:31 UTC