Open Power Boxes Across Pune Raise Electrocution Concerns Amid Ongoing Monsoon

year-old Hirabai Laxman Javir allegedly died of electrocution from an open power distribution box in Krishna Nagar, Hadapsar.

Residents report multiple damaged and open electrical distribution boxes across Pune, including near Nilayam Talkies bridge, Laxmi Narayan Road, and Salisbury Park Road.

Local residents accuse MSEDCL and Pune Municipal Corporation of failing to address complaints about exposed electrical equipment despite repeated requests.

Shiv Sena Pune chief Pramod Nana Bhangire demanded a culpable homicide case against officials for negligence in maintaining electrical infrastructure.

Residents demand immediate repairs, securing of exposed installations, and a citywide safety audit of electrical infrastructure by MSEDCL and PMC.