The woman is currently undergoing treatment at a city hospital, where her condition is stated to be critical, they said, adding that the 22-year-old accused, Adil is absconding and a manhunt has been launched to arrest him.
The incident took place in a busy market area where there are many shops.
Even though the incident has not been captured on the CCTV, but a footage shows that the accused and the victim talking to each other, the police said.
Meanwhile, her family were unable to share details about why Adil attacked their daughter. However, it is suspected that Adil might be harassing the woman, police said.
Locals informed the police and rushed her to a hospital.
The call detail records of the victim was being scanned to get any clue about the accused.