Tragedy in Khadda Colony: Safety Negligence Leads to Labourer's Electrocution
Shivam, a labourer, died by electrocution at an unsafe construction site in Delhi, leaving behind a grieving family. His widow Aarti witnessed his tragic death as onlookers and the contractor failed to assist. The incident highlights ongoing safety lapses and negligence in migrant workers' work environments in Delhi.
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A construction worker, Shivam, tragically died from electrocution at an under-construction site in Khadda Colony, Delhi, further spotlighting safety lapses in such environments. His wife, Aarti, described her heartbreaking attempts to help, but onlookers and the contractor offered no aid during the ordeal.
The couple, having relocated to Delhi from Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj district for a fresh start, faced devastating loss as Shivam's death highlighted the unsafe conditions under which many migrant workers labor. Aarti revealed she had previously raised safety concerns, such as exposed live wires, with the contractor to no avail.
Locals demonstrated in anger, accusing the contractor of negligence as ongoing wage issues and lack of safety measures came to light. Authorities have registered a case, but the contractor remains at large. Shivam's fatal incident reignites discussions on enforcing safety regulations for construction workers in Delhi.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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