Tragic Electrocution Incident in Bengaluru: Karnataka Energy Minister KJ George Announces Compensation for Mother and Daughter’s Death

Police – Accident – Death – Obituary News : Karnataka Energy Minister KJ George has responded to the tragic incident of a mother and daughter being electrocuted in Bengaluru by announcing a compensation of ₹5 lakh for the victims’ family. The incident occurred early Sunday morning in the Whitefield area near the Hope Farm junction. A 23-year-old woman accidentally stepped on a live wire while carrying her nine-month-old baby girl on a footpath, resulting in the electrocution of both of them. Fortunately, the woman’s husband was present at the scene and managed to escape unharmed.

The deceased woman has been identified as Soundarya. The Kadugodi police station, where the incident took place, has registered a case and initiated an investigation into the matter. Minister KJ George took to the social media platform ‘X’ to inform the public that an inquiry has been launched and three BESCOM workers have been suspended for negligence. He also assured that strict action will be taken against those responsible for the mishap.

“In a deeply unfortunate incident, a lady and a child have lost their lives to electrocution close to Hope Farm in Whitefield, Bengaluru. We have taken up an inquiry into the incident that has led to these unfortunate deaths and are awaiting the report. The line man, AE, and AEE have been suspended for dereliction of duty. Anyone else responsible for this accident will be dealt with tough actions, so that such mishaps do not recur in the future,” Minister George stated on the social media platform.

Expressing sympathy for the affected families, the minister added, “Our prayers are with the families that have lost their precious members. The state government will provide ₹5 lakh each to the family members who have lost their loved ones in this grave incident.”

The investigation is currently underway, and further details are awaited. This tragic incident highlights the importance of ensuring the safety of public spaces and the need for accountability in maintaining electrical infrastructure. The state government’s compensation announcement aims to provide some support and solace to the grieving families.

Electrocution incidents have been a cause for concern in recent times, with similar incidents occurring across the country. Just last week, a family of four in Rajasthan lost their lives while trying to save each other from electrocution. These incidents call for greater awareness, stricter safety protocols, and regular inspections to prevent such mishaps from recurring in the future.

The Karnataka Energy Minister’s swift response and promise of stringent action against those responsible for the negligence in this case demonstrate the government’s commitment to ensuring public safety. It is crucial for the authorities to thoroughly investigate the incident, hold those accountable to justice, and take measures to prevent similar incidents in the future..