Sudden Tragedy Strikes During Power Repair Work
In a heartbreaking and unfortunate incident, an electricity department employee lost his life due to a severe electric shock while carrying out routine maintenance and repair work. The sudden tragedy has sent shockwaves through the local community and among fellow electricity board workers. The victim, who was dedicated to his duties, was attending to a technical fault on power lines when electricity suddenly surged through the circuit, leaving him with fatal injuries.
Details of the Incident and Immediate Response
According to reports, the employee was working on electric lines to rectify a fault when power supply unexpectedly resumed or a technical glitch caused high-voltage current to pass through the wires. Colleagues and local residents rushed to his aid upon hearing his cries and immediately shifted him to a nearby hospital. Despite prompt medical attention, doctors declared him dead on arrival. The news of his sudden demise has plunged his family into profound grief, leaving behind a grieving widow and young children.
Departmental Probe and Demands for Worker Safety
Following the tragic incident, local residents and fellow power workers expressed deep anguish and raised questions regarding safety protocols during field repairs. Protesters and family members have demanded strict accountability from the administration and adequate financial compensation for the bereaved family. Meanwhile, senior electricity board officials have expressed condolences and assured that a thorough departmental inquiry will be conducted to ascertain the exact lapses that led to this avoidable tragedy, ensuring proper safety measures are implemented for all field staff.
