KANNAUJ: A 30-year-old woman was allegedly tied to a chair, doused with petrol and set on fire by her husband following a dispute in Jagatpur village in Kannauj, police said.Her husband was later arrested.Police said Sonam’s body was severely burnt by the time they reached the house in the Sikandarpur police outpost area. It was sent for a post-mortem examination, while further legal action was under way.Sonam had married Sukhbir Singh, 35, in a love marriage 11 years ago, and they had two children. She had reportedly developed a relationship with a man from the same village and wanted to leave her husband to live with him.Also read: UK-based techie found dead in Gurgaon hotel jacuzzi after shopping with female friendA panchayat involving both sides was held at the Sikandarpur police outpost two days before the incident. After hours of discussions, Sonam agreed to end the relationship and stay with her husband.The other man allegedly consumed a poisonous substance that evening. He was admitted to a local clinic and survived after receiving treatment.Another dispute reportedly broke out between Sonam and her husband the following day. Sukhbir allegedly tied her to a chair, poured petrol on her and set her ablaze.Neighbours alerted the police after hearing a commotion. Family members, including Sukhbir, had fled before officers arrived. However, he was subsequently arrested.Kannauj superintendent of police Vinod Kumar visited the village. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the killing, the panchayat compromise and other aspects of the case.