Guwahati: Youth Electrocuted in Hatigaon

STAFF REPORTER

GUWAHATI: A tragic incident occurred in Hatigaon on Saturday morning, resulting in the death of a youth. The victim accidentally came into contact with a high-voltage power line while working on a building. The deceased, identified as Ashaful Islam, was a resident of the South Salmara Mankachar district.

Islam’s father is a mason. According to officials, the incident occurred when Islam touched a high-voltage electric current wire while talking on the phone. He was going from the first floor to the second floor during the call. The Hatigaon Police Station is conducting a thorough investigation into the incident. Local residents suspect negligence in safety measures at the construction site.

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