Two people died while several Tajiadars suffered burn injuries after coming in contact with high-tension wire during┬аMuharram procession in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur on Thursday, July 18. The disturbing video that has surfaced on social media shows┬аthe tazia being carried during the procession comes in contact with a high-voltage overhead cable. This is followed by an explosion as people run helter-skelter for cover. Responding to the incident, Kehri police took to social media X, foremerly twitter and confirmed┬аthe incident. The police confirmed the accident occurred under the┬аjurisdiction of Mohammadi police station, with officials dispatched to the scene. "The injured are receiving treatment, and necessary actions are underway," the post further read."┬аMuharram 2024: Child Dies, 5 Others Injured in Separate Electrocution Incidents During Tazia Processions in Uttar Pradesh.

Two Killed After Tazia Comes in Contact With High Voltage Wire (Trigger Warning)

Kheri Police Responds To Video

 

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