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Two Siblings Electrocuted While Fetching Water in Alwar, Rajasthan
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 04:01 PM
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A brother and sister died instantly after coming into contact with a single‑phase electric line while fetching water in Alwar, Rajasthan; their grandfather lodged a police complaint.
In Alwar, Rajasthan, a tragic accident claimed the lives of a brother and sister who were on their way to fetch drinking water from home. While walking along the route, they inadvertently touched an exposed single‑phase electric line, causing a severe electric shock.
The shock was fatal; both children collapsed and were pronounced dead at the scene. Their grandfather, who arrived shortly after, reported the incident to the local police, filing an official complaint.
Police officials have registered the case and are conducting a preliminary investigation to determine the exact cause of the line’s exposure and to assess any negligence that may have contributed to the tragedy.
Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution around electrical installations and have promised to review safety measures in the area to prevent similar incidents.
The shock was fatal; both children collapsed and were pronounced dead at the scene. Their grandfather, who arrived shortly after, reported the incident to the local police, filing an official complaint.
Police officials have registered the case and are conducting a preliminary investigation to determine the exact cause of the line’s exposure and to assess any negligence that may have contributed to the tragedy.
Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution around electrical installations and have promised to review safety measures in the area to prevent similar incidents.