Mumbai: In a deeply disturbing case of domestic violence, a 38-year-old woman from Vashi Naka in Chembur suffered serious burn injuries after her husband allegedly set her on fire when she allegedly refused his demand for sex on Thursday. The woman, who received 70 percent burn injuries, is battling for life at Sion hospital in eastern suburbs. According to RCF police, the woman was getting ready to leave for work when her husband insisted on engaging in sexual relations. When she declined, an argument reportedly broke out between them. “The woman poured kerosene on herself and tried immolate but failed. Husband in fit of rage took match stick and lit fire. We have arrested the man and further investigation is underway,” said an officer . It is not clear whether the couple’s five grown up children were in the house at the time of incident. Doctors at Sion Hospital have described her condition as critical but stable.The police have registered a case under relevant sections of the BNS, including attempt to murder and domestic violence. The accused husband has been taken into custody and is being interrogated.