Eight-year-old injured while kite-flying near poorly maintained electrical lines
Key Points:
- Yashodanagar student critically hurt during holiday kite-flying session
- Residents blame negligent maintenance of electrical infrastructure
- Victim under intensive care at Tata Main Hospital
JAMSHEDPUR – A young student sustained critical injuries from contact with a low-hanging high-tension wire while flying kites during a school holiday.
The incident occurred in the residential area of Yashodanagar on Monday morning. A local child was engaging in recreational activities with companions. The situation rapidly escalated when he accidentally touched the electrical wire.
“We have repeatedly raised concerns about the dangerous placement of these power lines,” stated a community representative.
Medical Response
The emergency team at Tata Main Hospital immediately initiated critical care procedures. According to medical sources, the patient remains under close observation in the burns unit.
Meanwhile, similar incidents have occurred across India, with over 50 kite-flying accidents reported during winter festivals last year.
Safety Measures
The Govindpur Police Department has launched an investigation into the infrastructure maintenance issues. Furthermore, the Electricity Board has scheduled an urgent safety audit of the area.
Moreover, local authorities have announced plans for a comprehensive review of all high-tension wires in residential zones.
