Tragic Accident in Balasore: Three Workers Lose Lives Due to Electric Shock
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A devastating accident occurred in Gagandhuli village under Jhinkiria Panchayat under the Khaira police station limits in Balasore district, resulting in the tragic death of three workers.
The incident took place while they were engaged in the construction of a septic tank. The lives were lost when the workers came in contact with an electrical connection.
One worker, Harekrishna Das, succumbed to the electric shock at the site itself, while two others, Narahari Behera and Babaji Majhi, were rushed to Bhadrak Medical College, where they later passed away.
Balasore, June 8: A devastating accident occurred in Gagandhuli village under Jhinkiria Panchayat under the Khaira police station limits in Balasore district, resulting in the tragic death of three workers.
The incident took place while they were engaged in the construction of a septic tank. The lives were lost when the workers came in contact with an electrical connection.
One worker, Harekrishna Das, succumbed to the electric shock at the site itself, while two others, Narahari Behera and Babaji Majhi, were rushed to Bhadrak Medical College, where they later passed away.
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✨Upon learning of the accident, local authorities swiftly arrived at the scene. Police officials from Khaira police station have begun an extensive investigation into the matter. Meanwhile, Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Nayak, who was attending an event in Simulia, expressed deep sorrow over the incident. Accompanied by local legislators, he visited the Bhadrak Medical to extend condolences to the bereaved families and assured immediate government assistance.
The Chief Minister has been informed about the tragedy, and steps are being taken to provide necessary relief to the affected families. Officials continue to assess the situation, aiming to ensure safety measures for workers engaged in similar hazardous tasks.
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