Bandipora, May 28: A Power Development Department (PDD) worker died after sustaining critical injuries in a fall from an electric pole while restoring power supply in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, reports said.
According to reports, the incident occurred late evening on May 27 when PDL worker was carrying out restoration work to ensure electricity supply to consumers. During the operation, he accidentally fell from an electric pole and suffered serious injuries.
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He was immediately rushed to Sub District Hospital Sopore and later referred to Bone and Joint Hospital Srinagar for specialised treatment. However, despite efforts by doctors, he succumbed to his injuries.
The deceased has been identified as Mohd Yousuf Shah, a PDL (Permanent Daily Labourer) posted at Electric Sub Division Kaloosa under Electric Division Bandipora.
The incident has once again brought attention to the risks faced by field workers engaged in restoration and maintenance works, often under difficult conditions.
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Employees of the department expressed deep grief over Shah’s demise and extended condolences to the bereaved family.
“May Almighty Allah grant the departed soul eternal peace and the highest place in Jannat-ul-Firdous,” they said.
