Samajwadi Party Leader Fatally Struck by Falling High Mast Pole in Pratapgarh
A devastating accident in Pratapgarh district of Uttar Pradesh has claimed the life of a local Samajwadi Party leader. Lal Bahadur Yadav, aged 47, was killed on the spot when a massive high mast lighting pole weighing approximately 1,000 kilograms collapsed directly onto his moving vehicle.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The fatal incident occurred around 1 pm on Tuesday in the Antu area of Pratapgarh, specifically near the Babuganj market in front of a petrol pump. Workers were actively engaged in installing the high mast pole when the structure suddenly lost balance and toppled over without warning.
According to multiple eyewitness accounts, the heavy pole crashed onto a passing Hyundai Creta SUV that was being driven by Lal Bahadur Yadav at that precise moment. Bystanders reported that the accident happened with such suddenness that Yadav had absolutely no opportunity to react or avoid the impact.
Profile of the Deceased Leader
The deceased, Lal Bahadur Yadav, was a prominent local figure with multiple professional roles:
- He contested the 2022 Nagar Panchayat elections from the Antu constituency as a Samajwadi Party candidate
- He worked as a Public Works Department (PWD) contractor
- He held a country liquor licence for business operations
- At the time of the accident, he was driving toward the city in his personal vehicle
Immediate Aftermath and Police Response
Local police authorities rushed to the accident site immediately after receiving information about the tragic occurrence. The body was promptly sent for post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death.
The incident triggered widespread panic and anger among local residents, who expressed serious concerns about alleged negligence in safety protocols during installation work. Many questioned why proper safety measures weren't implemented during such hazardous construction activities.
Official Statements and Legal Proceedings
Pratapgarh Superintendent of Police Deepak Bhuker addressed the media regarding the incident, confirming that an FIR (First Information Report) is being registered in connection with the fatal accident. The police official assured that appropriate legal action would be taken against those found responsible for the negligence that led to this tragedy.
The accident has raised significant questions about safety standards during infrastructure installation projects across Uttar Pradesh, particularly regarding the installation of heavy structures like high mast lighting poles in populated areas.
