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Bihar Man Dies of Electrocution During Power Line Repair in Gaya
✍️ Amar Ujala · Gaya
🗓 03 Jul 2026, 07:47 AM
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A 40-year-old man, Santosh Paswan, lost his life in Chhakbarbandha village of Dumaria block in Gaya district after coming into contact with an electric current while repairing dilapidated power lines.
Tragedy struck in Bihar's Gaya district when a resident died due to electrocution. The incident occurred in Chhakbarbandha village, located within the Dumaria block.
Santosh Paswan, aged 40, was reportedly engaged in the repair of dilapidated electricity wires. During the maintenance work, the power supply was suddenly activated, leading to a fatal electric shock.
The incident highlights the dangers faced by individuals involved in electrical infrastructure maintenance, particularly when safety protocols may not be adequately followed.
Santosh Paswan, aged 40, was reportedly engaged in the repair of dilapidated electricity wires. During the maintenance work, the power supply was suddenly activated, leading to a fatal electric shock.
The incident highlights the dangers faced by individuals involved in electrical infrastructure maintenance, particularly when safety protocols may not be adequately followed.