ALAPPUZHA: A father has set himself ablaze on the day of his daughter's marriage. Alappuzha Kanjikkuzhy native Surendran (54) died after setting himself on fire. His house was also partially gutted in the fire. The marriage of Surendran's elder daughter was supposed to take place at noon today in Muhamma.

Surendran's wife had died some years ago. He has been living separately from the family for the last few years. He has two daughters. The daughters have been living the relatives of their mother. It was Surendran's neighbours who saw smoke arising from Surendran's house. Although the dire was doused, Surendran's life could not be saved.