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Electrical Accident in Jhunjhunu Claims 8 Workers' Lives
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 03:36 PM
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An electrical mishap in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan resulted in the deaths of eight workers, authorities say.
An electrical accident on a construction site in Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, left eight workers dead and several others injured.\n\nThe incident, which occurred early this morning, was caused by a short circuit in a high‑voltage cable that had been improperly insulated.\n\nEmergency services responded within minutes, but the severity of the electrical shock made rescue operations difficult.\n\nLocal police have launched an investigation to determine whether safety protocols were followed and whether any negligence contributed to the tragedy.\n\nThe families of the deceased have been notified, and the site has been cordoned off pending a full inquiry.