, April 15 -- SRINAGAR: A woman allegedly set herself ablaze at Partap Park in the Lal Chowk area of Srinagar on Wednesday afternoon, officials said.

An official told KNO, that soon after the incident, the woman was immediately rushed to a hospital for treatment.

The motive behind the incident was not immediately known. Police have taken cognisance of the matter and probe has been launched, he said.

Meanwhile, an official from the hospital said the woman has received burn injuries on her face and arm and is currently undergoing treatment.

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