06/11/2025
Electrocution Tragedy in Bagnoti: Ex-Army Man Dies After Coming in Contact with High-Voltage Wire
Family Blames Departmental Negligence; Demands Government Job as Compensation
Border Mail News
RAJOURI, NOVEMBER 6: A tragic incident occurred this morning at Chack Jarralan, Bagnoti, where Abdul Rashid, son of Mir Hussain, lost his life due to electrocution around 9 a.m. The deceased, an ex-serviceman, reportedly died on the spot after being fatally struck by a high-voltage electric current.
According to local sources, Abdul Rashid was in his field when the mishap took place. He had gone to chase away a wild monkey that was damaging grass bundles when he accidentally came into contact with a support wire attached to an electric pole. The wire was reportedly live, carrying a high-voltage current, leading to a severe electric shock that caused his death on the spot.
Mohd Farooq, a local resident, informed the media that the current had spread across the field due to the faulty connection, leaving Abdul Rashid with severe burns. “His entire body was charred by the electric shock,” Farooq said.
The family of the deceased is in deep shock, mourning the untimely loss. They have alleged gross negligence by the concerned electricity department, claiming that no safety measures were in place despite repeated complaints about loose and exposed wires in the area.
“We have lost our sole breadwinner due to the negligence of the department. We demand justice and request the government to provide a job to one family member so that our livelihood can continue,” the grieving relatives appealed.
Locals have also urged the administration to conduct a thorough inquiry into the incident and take strict action against those responsible for the lapse.
