Youth Dies from Electrocution During Punjab Bandh in Ludhiana

Ludhiana, Punjab – During a statewide bandh observed across Punjab, a young man suffered a fatal electric shock in the city. The incident occurred on a public road where power lines were exposed after the bandh disrupted normal services. Emergency responders arrived at the scene but the victim was pronounced dead on site.
Local police have opened an investigation to determine the exact cause of the electrocution and to assess whether safety measures were breached during the bandh. No indications of criminal intent have been reported so far.
Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution around exposed electrical infrastructure, especially during disruptions like bandh, and to report any hazards to municipal officials promptly.