Eight labourers electrocuted at road construction site in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu
The accident occurred in Chhapoli village after a gravel-mixing machine hit an overhead high-tension power line, according to police.
At least eight labourers died and several others sustained burn injuries after being electrocuted at a road construction site in Chhapoli village, Jhunjhunu district, on Monday, according to India TV and The Hawk.
Udaipurwati Station House Officer (SHO) Rampal said the incident happened when a machine used for mixing gravel touched an overhead high-tension electricity line. The electric current then passed through the equipment and struck the workers nearby.
Following the accident, the injured were taken for medical treatment. Local residents gathered at the site to protest, demanding accountability for safety measures at the construction project.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed condolences and stated that instructions were issued to officials to ensure the injured receive proper treatment and to investigate the incident. He also said all possible assistance would be provided to the affected families.
Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot called for a thorough investigation to determine how the accident occurred and who is responsible. He also urged the government to ensure appropriate compensation is provided to the families of the deceased.