Balasore: In a shocking incident, at least six labourers sustained severe burn injuries after coming in contact with a live wire while working in Jaleswar of Balasore district.
According to reports, the incident took place while the labourers were working near the Balipal bus stand in Jaleswar when they accidentally came in contact with a live wire. Subsequently, they sustained critical burn injuries.
Locals present on the spot, rescued them and immediately rushed them to the nearby hospital, said reliable reports. The condition of the victims of the electrocution is said to be critical.
On being informed, police and officials of electricity department also reached the spot and started to probe into the matter.
More details are awaited
