Tragic Death of Electrician in DwarkaTragic Death of Electrician in Dwarka On Sunday, tragedy struck in Dwarka when a 50-year-old man named Ram Naval died from electrocution while repairing an electric pole. Naval, an employee of Bombay Suburban Electric Supply (BSES), was working in the Mohan Garden area of Dwarka when the fatal incident occurred. He reportedly suffered an electrical shock, which led to him falling 15 feet from the pole. The fall resulted in severe head injuries. Police responded to a call from the ESI Hospital Basai Darapur, where Naval was initially taken. According to a senior police officer, doctors confirmed that Naval had fallen from the 15-foot pole, sustained head injuries, and been electrocuted at around 9:30 am on Saturday. He was subsequently referred to Ayushman Hospital in Dwarka Sector 10, where he was declared brought dead. An investigation into the incident is currently underway. Naval’s body has been sent to Delhi’s Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Hospital for a post-mortem examination. The tragic death of Ram Naval has highlighted the inherent dangers associated with electrical work. It is crucial for electricians and technicians to follow proper safety protocols and utilize appropriate equipment to minimize the risks involved.
A 50-year-old man died from electrocution while repairing an electric pole in Dwarka, officials reported on Sunday.
The deceased, identified as Ram Naval, worked for Bombay Suburban Electric Supply (BSES). The incident occurred in Dwarka’s Mohan Garden area, where Naval succumed to electrocution and subsequent head injuries from a 15-foot fall.
Police received a call from ESI Hospital Basai Darapur regarding the incident. ‘Doctors confirmed Naval’s fall from a 15-foot pole, leading to head injuries and electrocution at 9:30 am on Saturday. He was later referred to Ayushman Hospital in Dwarka Sector 10, where he was declared brought dead,’ stated a senior police officer.
An investigation is ongoing, and Naval’s body has been transferred to Delhi’s Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Hospital for a post-mortem examination, added the officer.
(Disclaimer: With inputs from agencies.)
