Contract worker dies of electrocutiondies of electrocution near Trinity Metro Station
A contract labourer working on pillar lighting for the Namma Metro died after suffering an electric shock during excavation near Trinity Metro Station in Bengaluru on Friday.
This incident highlights the safety risks faced by essential workers in urban infrastructure projects and prompts a review of electrical safety protocols on site.
- Bengaluru's Namma Metro opened in 2011 and is one of the largest rapid transit systems in India.
- Electrocution accidents in construction often occur due to improper insulation or contact with live wires during excavation.
- The Trinity area in Bengaluru is a busy commercial district known for its high concentration of shops and offices.
