Construction Worker Electrocuted in Thane, Police Allege Negligence by Builders, File Case Consequently
Laborer Dies in Electrocution Incident at Thane Construction Site
A tragic incident occurred on July 30, 2023, in Govegaon, Thane district, Maharashtra, where a 34-year-old laborer named Narayan Yugeshwar Kamat alias Chaudhary lost his life due to electrocution at a construction site.
The victim reportedly came into contact with a live wire and died on the spot. His brother, Narayan, filed a police complaint alleging that no safety arrangements were made for laborers at the site.
The investigation into the unfortunate incident has led to the registration of a case under Section 106(1) for causing death by negligence against two contractors, Manoj Dilip Patil and Murali Yadav. As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made in the case.
The police are currently pursuing the negligence case against the contractors, but no further details about arrests or progress in the investigation have been reported.
It is essential to ensure the safety of all workers on construction sites, and this tragic incident serves as a reminder of the need for proper safety measures to prevent such accidents.
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- Despite the general news of the tragic electrocution incident in Thane, India, it's disheartening to see that workplace-wellness, especially on construction sites, remains a concern (health-and-wellness).
- As the investigation into the Govegaon laborer's death unfolds, the crime-and-justice system should not only focus on the registered negligence case, but also ensure safety regulations for workers in the future (crime).
- This unfortunate incident, involving Narayan Yugeshwar Kamat in a Thane construction site, highlights the urgency for strengthening safety protocols and promoting science and technology in construction to prevent similar accidents (science).
