Rajasthan News: A major accident occurred during road construction in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan. The laborers working probably had no idea what was going to happen to them in the next moment. The machine used in road construction suddenly came in contact with the high tension power line passing above. Within no time, the current spread in the machine and the workers working nearby got affected by it. Eight laborers lost their lives in this tragic accident, while information about many others getting burnt has come to light.
According to the police, the accident happened in Chapoli village, where road construction work was going on. Meanwhile, the machine mixing gravel came in contact with the electric wire passing above. According to initial information, it was an 11 thousand volt power line. As soon as the current spread in the machine, the workers working there got caught in it. There was hue and cry on the spot after the accident. Police have confirmed the death of eight laborers.
Villagers started protest, leaders reached the spot
After the incident, there is an atmosphere of anger and mourning in the village. A large number of villagers gathered at the spot and started protesting. Former minister Rajendra Gudha and former MLA Shubhakaran Chaudhary also reached the spot. After the accident, people are keeping an eye on the situation in the area.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed grief
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has expressed deep condolences on the accident, he has directed the concerned officials to provide proper treatment to the injured and provide all possible assistance to the affected families. Also asked to get the incident investigated.
At the same time, former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has also expressed grief over the death of the workers. This accident has raised serious questions regarding the safety arrangements around high tension power lines during road construction work. At present, detailed information related to the accident and further administrative action is awaited.