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Police Arrest Ex-Partner in Ludhiana Acid Attack, Cite Social-Media Motive

Police say a former partner grew possessive over her online posts, prompting a review of his digital activity.

Overview

  • The victim, a 40-year-old daily-wage worker from Hardoi, suffered serious facial and eye burns in Ludhiana’s Dugri area.
  • She was treated at Civil Hospital and later referred to PGIMER Chandigarh for specialized care.
  • Police arrested her former live-in partner, Paan Singh, 35, a mason from Zirakpur’s Baltana village, as the accused.
  • Investigators allege a possessive reaction to her social-media posts motivated the assault, noting he had earlier encouraged reels and then posted abusive content about her.
  • The probe includes CCTV review and forensic testing of seized clothing, while witnesses say the attacker called her over and fled on a motorcycle after throwing acid.