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Unnao: Contractual lineman dies of electrocution at factory, family protests

A contractual lineman died due to electrocution while working inside a factory in the Dahi Chowki industrial area of Unnao. The victim's brother alleged that the power supply was turned on without prior notice while the work was in progress, leading to the accident. Following the incident, the family members staged a protest at the factory premises.

A tragic incident has been reported from the Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh. According to a report by Amar Ujala, a contractual lineman lost his life due to electrocution while performing his duties at a factory located in side number two of the Dahi Chowki industrial area. The incident has left the victim's family in deep shock.

The victim's brother has held the factory management responsible for the negligence that led to the accident. He alleged that the power supply was switched on without any prior notification while the lineman was still working on the electrical lines. This sudden surge of electricity resulted in a fatal shock, causing the worker to die on the spot.

Upon receiving news of the incident, the victim's family members and local residents gathered at the factory. They expressed their anger and staged a protest against the management. The family has demanded strict action against those responsible for the oversight.

This death within the industrial zone has raised serious questions regarding safety standards. Concerns regarding the safety of contractual workers have intensified following this incident. Local administration and police have initiated an investigation into the matter.

The police have taken the body into custody and sent it for a post-mortem examination. Officials stated that a thorough investigation is underway and that legal action will be taken against anyone found guilty of negligence.

The factory management has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident. Meanwhile, the family's protest continues as they demand compensation and the arrest of the responsible parties.

This incident highlights the negligence often associated with the safety of employees working in industrial units. The administration is now working to ensure that such accidents are prevented in the future.

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