The police said that the investigation into the matter is underway. (Representational)
A 14-year-old girl attempted suicide in Madhya Pradesh's Betul today by setting herself ablaze after she was allegedly raped by three men.
The girl has sustained about 95 per cent burns and is in a critical condition. She has been referred to a hospital in Nagpur.
"The 14-year-old girl was admitted to the district hospital after sustaining burn injuries. She is in a critical condition," said Dr. Anand Malviya, Medical Officer in District Hospital of Betul.
The police said that the investigation into the matter is underway.
"The girl was admitted in the hospital. She told that some people have raped her. She is in a critical condition. Our team is investigating the matter," said DS Bhadauriya, Superintendent of Police in Betul.
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