3 critical in Hyderabad as student neta immolates self over fee row

Sources said Sandeep, 23, student activist Venkatesh, 28, and college administrator Ashok Reddy, 51, suffered over 50% burns and were battling for life in hospital. Principal Sudhakar Reddy and at least 20 people in his office suffered minor burns and injuries as the leaping flames led to a crush near the exit. The principal was discharged after first aid.