16-Year-Old Electrocuted In Karnataka, Parents File Case Against Power Board

A tragic incident in Karnataka's Tumakuru district saw a 16-year-old boy die after he came into contact with a dangerously low-hanging electric wire linked to a government school. His parents have filed a case against the local power board, highlighting the negligence and safety lapses that led to this preventable death. This incident underscores the urgent need for better infrastructure and safety measures in public utilities to protect vulnerable communities, especially children. It's a sobering reminder of how oversight in maintenance can have devastating consequences.