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Electrocution Kills Two, Including Child, Near Mumbai Ganapati Pandal
An eight-year-old girl was among two fatalities after an electrical incident occurred in the early hours near a festive pandal in Lalbaug, Mumbai, leaving several injured.
Two people, including an eight-year-old girl, have died and several others sustained injuries in an electrocution incident that occurred near a Ganapati pandal in Mumbai's Lalbaug area. The tragic event unfolded in the early hours of the morning, prompting an immediate emergency response.
The incident took place at approximately 2:20 am near the Kalachowki Vibhag Sarvajanik Ustav Mandal, located on Dattaram Lad Marg in Kalachowki. The area, known for its vibrant festive celebrations, was the scene of the unexpected electrical mishap.
Following the incident, injured individuals were promptly transported to nearby medical facilities. Five of those injured were admitted to Masina Hospital in Byculla for urgent care. Additionally, other affected individuals were shifted to Global Hospital in Parel, where they are currently receiving treatment for their injuries.
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the electrocution to determine the precise cause of the electrical fault and ensure accountability. The incident has cast a sombre shadow over the ongoing festive period in the bustling city of Mumbai.
The local community has expressed profound sorrow over the loss of life, particularly that of a young child, and concern for those who were injured. Further details regarding the investigation are expected to be released as they become available.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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