Tragic electrocution near Bengaluru claims life of 13-year-old boy: Report

A devastating accident at a hostel left one boy dead after he accidentally came into contact with a live wire while attempting to pluck mangoes.

Published on: Jun 10, 2024, 18:00:52 IST

By Yamini C S

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Tragedy struck at the Dr Ambedkar Pre Matric Hostel in Hoskote on Sunday when a 13-year-old boy, identified as Sai Bhavani, lost his life to electrocution while his younger brother sustained burns in a distressing accident. The incident occurred when the siblings inadvertently came into contact with a live wire on the hostel premises.

The siblings were trying to pick mangoes from a tree near the hostel when the elder one, Sai Bhavani, came in contact with a live wire, which electrocuted him instantaneously. (StockPic)

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Residing in Sulibele, Sai Bhavani and his 10-year-old brother were engaged in routine activities when the unfortunate event unfolded. After completing their chores of washing clothes, the brothers ventured to pluck mangoes from a nearby tree, The Hindu reported.

In an attempt to dislodge the fruit-laden branches, Sai Bhavani used a cane with a metal handle, inadvertently making contact with an 11 kV high-tension wire passing overhead. The effect was instantaneous, as the boy succumbed to the electric shock on the spot, while his younger sibling, standing nearby, suffered burns, the report said.

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The harrowing cries of the brothers alerted fellow hostel residents, who promptly rushed to their aid. Medical assistance was sought immediately, but tragically, Sai Bhavani was pronounced dead by doctors upon arrival at the hospital. Meanwhile, his younger brother, though injured, is reported to be recovering and is currently stable.

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Authorities have initiated legal proceedings, with the police registering a case under Section 174 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. Pending the filing of a formal complaint by the parents, further action will be taken. The body of the deceased has been transferred for post-mortem examination as investigations continue.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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