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Electrician Dies in High-Voltage Shock While Decorating Shop in Sunam
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 09:38 PM
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An electrician in Sunam, Punjab, died after being electrocuted by high-voltage wires while hanging lights for Diwali decorations at a shop.
A tragic accident occurred in Sunam, Punjab, where an electrician lost his life due to a high-voltage electric shock. The incident took place while the young man was engaged in festive preparations for Diwali.
According to reports, the electrician was at a local shop installing decorative lights. During the process, he came into contact with high-voltage wires, resulting in a loud explosion and severe electrocution. The victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The incident has cast a shadow over the festive season in the area, highlighting the safety risks associated with electrical work during decoration setups. Local authorities have been informed of the death, and the case is being treated as an accidental electrocution.
According to reports, the electrician was at a local shop installing decorative lights. During the process, he came into contact with high-voltage wires, resulting in a loud explosion and severe electrocution. The victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The incident has cast a shadow over the festive season in the area, highlighting the safety risks associated with electrical work during decoration setups. Local authorities have been informed of the death, and the case is being treated as an accidental electrocution.