Pulwama Tragedy: 35-Year-Old Man Dies of Electrocution While Working at Shop
Srinagar, Oct 24: In a tragic incident from south Kashmir’s Pulwama district, a 35-year-old man lost his life after suffering an electric shock while working at his shop in the Manghama area on Friday.
Victim Identified as Pulwama Resident
The deceased has been identified as Bilal Ahmad Shergogri, son of Abdul Samad, a resident of Manghama Pulwama.
According to reports, Bilal was at his shop when he came in contact with a live wire, sustaining a severe electric shock that left him critically injured.
Rushed to Hospital but Succumbs to Injuries
Local residents and nearby shopkeepers immediately rushed Bilal to the District Hospital Pulwama for urgent medical attention.
Doctors at the hospital later referred him to SMHS Hospital Srinagar after his condition worsened. However, despite efforts by the medical team, he was declared dead on arrival at SMHS.
Police Take Cognisance of the Incident
Authorities have confirmed that Pulwama Police have taken cognisance of the case and initiated proceedings under relevant sections.
Officials said that a report has been filed, and investigations are underway to ascertain the exact circumstances that led to the electrocution.
Rising Safety Concerns in Kashmir
This incident has once again raised concerns about electrical safety standards and maintenance of wiring infrastructure in local markets and residential areas across the Valley. Locals have urged authorities to conduct safety inspections to prevent such accidents in the future.
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Conclusion
The untimely death of Bilal Ahmad has left the local community in shock and grief. Residents of Manghama have expressed condolences to the bereaved family and called for better electrical safety measures in public areas.
What steps do you think local authorities should take to prevent such electrocution incidents in the future?
Source: Kashmir News Channel (KNC)