A tragic accident unfolded in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday evening at around 5 pm during the immersion of Durga idols. The incident claimed the lives of three individuals due to electrocution, while 10 others sustained burn injuries. The victims were traveling on a tractor-trolley to participate in the idol immersion procession when the mishap occurred.
How the Accident Occurred
According to available details, a long metal rod or structure mounted on the tractor-trolley collided with an overhead high-tension electricity transmission line running along the route. The high-voltage current surged directly through the metal into the trolley, instantly catching the unsuspecting devotees off guard and exposing them to severe electrical shocks. The sudden flash and shock caused immediate panic among the participants and onlookers at the scene.
Hospitalization and Administrative Response
Upon receiving information about the crisis, local police and administrative teams rushed to the spot to coordinate rescue efforts. All the injured individuals were immediately rushed to the BRD Medical College for urgent medical treatment. The accident took place within the limits of the Gulriha police station area near the Ayodhya Prasad Chauhan Tola / Jungle Ayodhya Prasad Rajhi crossing. Local authorities are managing the situation as grieving families gather at the hospital.
