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Eight Goats Electrocuted by Live Pole in Ujjain; Community Outraged
🗓 21 Jun 2026, 02:02 AM
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A herd of goats passing by a live electric pole in Ujjain's Juna Somwariya area were electrocuted, resulting in the deaths of eight animals. The incident has sparked anger among the local community.
In a tragic incident in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, eight goats lost their lives after coming into contact with a live electric pole. The unfortunate event occurred in the Juna Somwariya area, near Jansapura Masjid in Ward-13.
A herd of approximately 30 to 40 goats belonging to the Qureshi community was reportedly passing through the area when the front portion of the herd encountered the electrified pole. The eight animals succumbed to the electric shock instantly, dying in agony.
The incident has led to significant public outcry and anger among the residents, particularly within the affected community, who are demanding answers and action regarding the faulty electrical infrastructure.
A herd of approximately 30 to 40 goats belonging to the Qureshi community was reportedly passing through the area when the front portion of the herd encountered the electrified pole. The eight animals succumbed to the electric shock instantly, dying in agony.
The incident has led to significant public outcry and anger among the residents, particularly within the affected community, who are demanding answers and action regarding the faulty electrical infrastructure.