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Jalandhar Trolley Burns to Ashes After Hitting High-Voltage Lines, Loss ₹7 Lakh
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 06:37 PM
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A trolley in Jalandhar collided with high‑voltage power lines, caught fire and was reduced to ashes, causing an estimated loss of ₹7 lakh.
A trolley operating in Jalandhar collided with high‑voltage power lines, igniting a fire that reduced the vehicle to ashes. The incident, which took place in the city, resulted in an estimated financial loss of ₹7 lakh. Local authorities have not yet released a statement regarding the cause of the collision or any injuries sustained.
The destruction of the trolley highlights the risks associated with operating public transport vehicles in close proximity to power infrastructure. The incident has prompted discussions among city officials about reviewing safety protocols for street-level vehicles.
Investigations are expected to determine whether any regulatory or operational lapses contributed to the accident, and steps will likely be taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
The destruction of the trolley highlights the risks associated with operating public transport vehicles in close proximity to power infrastructure. The incident has prompted discussions among city officials about reviewing safety protocols for street-level vehicles.
Investigations are expected to determine whether any regulatory or operational lapses contributed to the accident, and steps will likely be taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future.