Three killed as high-tension wire strikes immersion procession (Img: Dynamite News)
New Delhi: Three people were killed and 10 others suffered burn injuries after a tractor-trolley carrying a Durga idol came into contact with a high-tension electricity line in Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur on Wednesday evening.
The accident occurred near Ayodhya Prasad Chauhan Tola in the Gulriha police station area when the group was taking the idol for immersion. A long metal rod fitted to the trolley reportedly touched an overhead high-tension wire, causing an electric shock to those travelling on it.
According to the information available, the electricity department had initially switched off the power supply. The tractor-trolley carrying the idol reached Rajahi crossing while the supply was suspended.
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However, the power supply was restored while the procession was on its way. The rod on the trolley came into contact with the overhead wire, exposing people standing on the vehicle to a live electric current.
The incident triggered panic at the spot. Several people suffered burns, while three succumbed to the electric shock and 10 others were injured.
Police and administrative teams reached the scene after receiving information about the accident. The injured were taken to a medical college for treatment, while officials assessed the situation at the site.
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The tragedy turned what was meant to be a religious procession into a scene of mourning. The accident occurred as devotees were transporting the Durga idol for immersion in the Gulriha area.
