Punjab Newsline | Ludhiana
A 22-year-old man died of electrocution in the Jamalpur area of Ludhiana during the Punjab bandh called in protest against the murder of Parvinder Singh Jhota.
The deceased has been identified as Jashandeep Singh. According to preliminary information, he was removing a banner when he accidentally came into contact with high-voltage electricity wires, resulting in his death at the spot.
According to eyewitnesses, Jashandeep was using an iron rod to take down the banner when the rod touched overhead high-tension power lines. He suffered a severe electric shock and collapsed unconscious on the road.
Protesters accompanying him immediately rushed to his aid and took him to a hospital. However, doctors declared him dead on arrival.
The incident occurred during the Punjab bandh in the Jamalpur area. Following the incident, police officials concerned reached the spot and initiated an investigation.
Police are gathering details about the circumstances leading to the incident. The body has been taken into custody and sent for a post-mortem examination. Further details are awaited.
