Former judge Bhuwan Giri’s wife attempts self-immolation on apex court premises

Former judge Bhuwan Giri’s wife attempted self-immolation on the premises of the Supreme Court on Sunday.

Giri’s wife Arati Giri, who had reached the apex court this afternoon, tried to set herself on fire by pouring petrol over her body.

Soon after the incident, police rescued her and took her to the Bir Hospital.

District Police Range, Kathmandu spokesperson Kumod Dhungel said her health condition is normal.

She has filed a marital rape case against her husband.

Earlier, the Kapilvastu District Court had issued an arrest warrant against Giri.

Later, the District Police Range, Kathmandu apprehended Giri and sent him to Kapilvastu.

After his arrest, the Kapilvastu District Court and the Kathmandu District Court released him on bail.