Mumbai News: Man Attempts Self-Immolation At Usha Mehta Chowk Near Vidhan Bhavan Over Land Dispute

A man from Latur allegedly attempted self-immolation at Usha Mehta Chowk over a land access issue. Police intervened, took him into custody, and registered an NC offence. Further inquiry is underway.

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Mumbai News: Man Attempts Self-Immolation At Usha Mehta Chowk Near Vidhan Bhavan Over Land Dispute
Poonam Apraj Updated: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 07:49 AM IST
Mumbai News: Man Attempts Self-Immolation At Usha Mehta Chowk Near Vidhan Bhavan Over Land Dispute

Police intervene after man attempts self-immolation at Usha Mehta Chowk over access issue | Representational Image

Mumbai, March 24: A man from Maharashtra’s Latur district allegedly attempted self-immolation at Usha Mehta Chowk near Vidhan Bhavan on Tuesday afternoon, triggering brief panic in the area.

Man identified, liquid found non-inflammable

The individual has been identified as Jyotiram Sahebrao Chavan, a resident of Renapur in Latur. According to police sources, the incident occurred around 1 pm when Chavan poured a liquid substance on himself in an apparent attempt to set himself ablaze. However, the liquid used was stated to be non-inflammable.

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Police action and investigation underway

Police officials said the man’s grievance is related to a road access issue concerning his agricultural land. Chavan was immediately taken into custody and brought to the Marine Drive Police Station. An NC (non-cognisable) offence is being registered against him. Further inquiry into the matter is underway.

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Published on: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 06:43 AM IST

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