Coimbatore Teen Succumbs to Burn Injuries From Stove Accident

Coimbatore: A 16-year-old college student died after suffering severe burns in a gas stove fire accident in Podanur.

The deceased, Mohammed Hussiner (16), son of Sheriff, was a resident of the Itteri area near Podanur. He was staying and studying at a college in Vasantham Nagar, Podanur.

According to reports, on October 12, Hussiner attempted to ignite a gas stove using a lighter while preparing tea. Unexpectedly, the fire spread to him, leaving him with severe burns across his body.

Hearing his cries, people nearby rushed to his assistance and took him to Coimbatore Government Hospital for treatment. He was admitted to the intensive care unit, where doctors provided emergency treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries despite their efforts, on October 13.

Following a complaint lodged by his mother, Shainaba, at Podanur Police Station, police registered a case of suspicious, unnatural death under section 194 of the BNSS and initiated an investigation into the incident.

The death of the young student has left the area in grief.