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Worker Crushed by Falling Pole in Belthangady
17 Mar
Summary
- A daily wager named Shivappa died after an electric pole fell on him.
- The incident occurred in Kokkada village, Belthangady, while lifting poles.
- The employer is accused of failing to provide safety equipment and precautions.
A tragic accident in Belthangady resulted in the death of Shivappa, a 40-year-old daily wager. The incident occurred on Monday evening near the Kokkada Sri Rama Bhajana Mandir in Kokkada village. Shivappa sustained fatal injuries when an electric pole fell on him during the process of lifting it.
Investigations are underway following a complaint filed by Ranjith, 23, who identified Shivappa as his uncle. Ranjith's complaint alleges that Shivappa's employer, Purushottama, failed to provide essential safety equipment and did not implement adequate precautionary measures. Shivappa had been employed as a daily wager for six years at Purushottama's electrical establishment.
A case has been registered at the Dharmasthala police station under Section 106 of the BNS. Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident, focusing on the employer's alleged negligence.
