Kerala Man Seriously Injured After Neck Entanglement in Loose KSEB Cable
A 50-year-old man from Kanjiramkulam, identified as Rajendran, was seriously injured on Friday after getting entangled in a loose electric cable that was being removed by Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) workers in Neyyattinkara. The incident occurred around 12 noon near the Boys Higher Secondary School junction, where Rajendran was riding his motorcycle with his son Arun.
Details of the Incident
According to local witnesses, KSEB workers were actively removing cable lines from electrical posts in front of the school when a loosened cable reportedly got caught around Rajendran's neck. This sudden entanglement caused him to lose control of the motorcycle, leading to a fall onto the road. Rajendran sustained a significant head injury and lost consciousness immediately after the accident.
Emergency Response and Injuries
Local residents quickly rushed to the scene and provided assistance, helping to transport Rajendran to the Neyyattinkara taluk hospital via ambulance. His son Arun, who was riding pillion on the motorcycle, suffered minor injuries in the fall but did not require immediate hospitalization. The swift action by bystanders was crucial in ensuring prompt medical attention for the seriously injured father.
Safety Concerns and Investigation
This incident has raised serious questions about safety protocols during utility maintenance work, particularly in public areas. The entanglement of a loose cable around a passerby's neck highlights potential negligence in securing work zones. Authorities are expected to investigate whether proper safety measures were followed by the KSEB workers during the cable removal process.
Key Points:- The accident occurred during midday near a school junction in Neyyattinkara
- KSEB workers were removing electric cables when one became loose
- Rajendran suffered head injuries and lost consciousness
- His son Arun sustained minor injuries
- Local residents assisted in emergency transportation to hospital
This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the importance of stringent safety measures during public utility work to prevent such accidents in the future.
