Tragic Electrocution Claims Life of Bhopal Gardener Near IT Park
A 60-year-old gardener died of electrocution on Saturday morning in the Gandhi Nagar area of Bhopal after allegedly coming into contact with a broken high-tension wire near the IT Park. The incident has raised serious concerns about electrical safety in public spaces.
Details of the Fatal Incident
According to police reports, the deceased has been identified as Malkhan Singh Baghel, 60, a resident of Shanti Nagar in Gandhi Nagar. He was employed as a gardener at the IT Park. ASI Janglu Patil provided a detailed account of the tragic event.
The sequence of events unfolded around 10:15 am on Saturday when Baghel had just finished watering plants in the area. He then went to urinate near a wall adjacent to the park's main gate. Unfortunately, he reportedly did not notice a snapped high-tension power line lying on the ground in that location.
As soon as he came into contact with the live wire, he suffered a severe and fatal electric shock. Police officials stated that the lower part of his body was badly charred, and smoke was seen emanating from him for some time. He died instantly at the spot, with no chance of survival.
Police Response and Investigation
Upon receiving information about the incident, police personnel promptly reached the scene. They conducted a thorough panchnama (official scene examination) and arranged for the body to be sent for a post-mortem examination. The autopsy was completed on Saturday afternoon, after which the body was handed over to the grieving family members.
A formal case has been registered regarding this tragic incident, and further investigation is currently underway. Authorities are examining how the high-tension wire came to be broken and why it remained live and dangerous in a public area. The investigation will also look into potential negligence and safety violations that may have contributed to this preventable death.
This incident highlights the critical importance of proper maintenance of electrical infrastructure, particularly in areas frequented by workers and the public. The tragic death of Malkhan Singh Baghel serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers posed by exposed electrical wires and the need for stringent safety protocols in all public and work spaces.
