K. Narsimha was dejected after he was transferred as part of a discplinary action against him
A policeman of Rachakonda commissionerate, K. Narsimha, who immolated himself on November 22 reportedly dejected over his transfer, succumbed to his burns on Monday.
Fifty-five-year-old K. Narsimha was working as Assistant Sub-Inspector in Balapur police station. During a relative’s marriage, the ASI allegedly abused a police constable. A video footage of the incident got circulated and reached the higher-ups.
As part of disciplinary action, he was transferred to Manchal police station located farther from the city. Around 3.30 p.m. on November 22, the ASI climbed up a water tank close to the police station and set himself afire by pouring petrol.
He sustained 40% burns and was rushed to a hospital where he died on Monday while undergoing treatment.
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