Eight laborers died a tragic death after coming into contact with an electric current during road construction work, while several others sustained severe electrical burns.
राजस्थान: झुंझुनूं के छापोली गांव में सड़क निर्माण के दौरान 11 हजार वोल्ट की लाइन से टकराई मशीन, आठ मजदूरों की मौत, 5 घायल
A heart-wrenching incident has come to light from the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan. Eight laborers died tragically after coming into contact with an electric current during road construction work, while several others sustained severe burns. This horrific accident has caused widespread distress in the area, and the families of the deceased are plunged into deep mourning.
How did the accident occur?
According to the police, road construction work was underway in Chapoli village, Jhunjhunu district. During the process, a machine used for mixing road aggregate (gravel/stone) came into contact with an 11,000-volt high-tension power line passing overhead.
As soon as the machine touched the line, a high-voltage current surged through it, striking the laborers working nearby. The shock was so intense that the victims had no chance to react; eight laborers died on the spot, and several others were left critically injured.
Outrage among villagers and the presence of political leaders
There is immense anger among the villagers following this tragic incident. Distraught by the event, the villagers began a protest at the site. A large number of local residents and police personnel are currently present at the scene. Upon receiving news of the accident, former minister Rajendra Gudha and former MLA Shubhkaran Chaudhary also arrived at the site to assess the situation.
Political leaders express deep grief
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma stated on social media that the untimely death of the laborers due to electrocution in the Jhunjhunu accident is deeply saddening. He has directed the concerned officials to ensure proper medical treatment for the injured and to provide all possible immediate assistance to the affected families. Serious questions have been raised regarding the disregard for safety standards during road construction and the execution of work beneath high-tension power lines. The administration is currently focused on managing the situation and carrying out relief operations.
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