Buffalo dies due to electric shock in Kiratpur, anger among villagers
A buffalo died tragically due to electrocution in Muzaffarpur-Kiratpur. After the incident, there was a stir in the village and a large number of villagers gathered at the spot. People expressed displeasure over the negligence of the electricity department and blamed poor electricity system as the reason for the accident.
It is being told that the buffalo had come out for grazing as usual. During this time she got hit by electric current. Due to a sudden strong shock, the buffalo fell on the spot. By the time the people present around understood something, he had died.
As soon as information about the incident was received, the animal owners and villagers reached the spot. Seeing the dead buffalo, the family members started crying. Villagers say that this is not just the death of an animal but a huge financial loss for the poor family.
Local people of Kiratpur alleged that electric wires are hanging down at many places in the area and the problem of open wires has persisted for a long time. Complaints were made to the department several times, but no improvement was made in time.
According to the villagers, due to rain and humidity, electric poles and wires sometimes get electrocuted, which poses a danger to both humans and animals.
After the incident, there was a lot of anger among the people in the village. Some villagers demanded action against the electricity department. He says that if the system is not rectified in time, even bigger accidents may occur in the future.
The cattle rearing family said that buffalo was the main source of income for them. The family’s expenses were met only by selling milk. Due to this sudden incident the family is in financial crisis.
Complaints often come up regarding the electricity system in rural areas of Bihar. Open wires at some places and dilapidated poles at other places remain a danger to people.
Local people have also demanded compensation from the administration. He says that financial assistance should be given to poor families so that they can get relief.
After receiving information about the incident, employees of the concerned department also reached the spot. Officials took information about the matter and said that an investigation would be conducted.
Experts say that open power wires and faulty lines have become a serious threat in rural areas. It is extremely important to check and repair power lines from time to time.
People also expressed concern about the incident on social media. Many people called for strengthening electricity security in rural areas.
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