PU student electrocuted on school grounds in Tumakuru; case against KEB officials
A 16-year-old student died from electrocution while playing on the grounds of a government school in Tumakuru, India. Local villagers allege that authorities ignored previous complaints regarding damaged electrical infrastructure, leading police to register a case of negligence against electricity board officials.
Why it matters
The incident highlights critical issues regarding public infrastructure safety and government accountability in rural educational facilities.
A 16-year-old first-year Pre-University (PU) student died after allegedly suffering an electric shock while playing on the premises of a government primary school in Borappanahatti village of Koratagere taluk in Tumakuru district on Friday evening.
The report objectively covers the tragic event, including the allegations made by the community and the subsequent police action.
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