Archive · 20 Sep 2026
Two Killed, Four Injured in Kalachowki Electrocution Incident
An electrical accident happened near a Ganesh festival pavilion in Mumbai.
It took place early on September 20, 2026.
Six people were affected by the electric shock.
Two people died, including an 8-year-old girl mentioned in the report.
Four other devotees were injured and taken for treatment.
People at the site turned off the electricity to prevent more harm.
Electricity officials and police inspected the area.
They are still investigating whether a technical problem caused the accident.
An electrocution incident occurred near a Ganeshotsav pavilion in Mumbai’s Kalachowki area on September 20, 2026.
The incident happened around 2:42 a.m. near a temporary drinking-water stall on Dattaram Lad Marg.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said six people were affected, with two deaths and four injuries.
Reports identified one deceased victim as an 8-year-old girl; the article does not identify the second person who died.
BEST officials switched off and partially disconnected electricity while police and authorities began investigating the cause.
- Who
- Six people were affected, including an 8-year-old girl who died; four devotees were injured. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray offered condolences.
- What
- An electrocution incident killed two people and injured four others.
- When
- Around 2:42 a.m. on September 20, 2026.
- Where
- Near the entrance of the Mahaganpati Utsav Mandal on Dattaram Lad Marg in Mumbai’s Kalachowki area.
- Why
- The exact cause is under investigation, including whether a technical fault occurred in the temporary electrical arrangement.
- Deaths
- Two people were declared dead.
- Injuries
- Four people were injured and receiving hospital treatment.
- Total affected
- The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said six people were affected.
- Reported victim
- One person who died was identified as an 8-year-old girl.
- Incident time
- Approximately 2:42 a.m. on September 20, 2026.
- Location
- Near a temporary drinking-water stall close to the Mahaganpati Utsav Mandal entrance.
- Investigation
- Police and electrical authorities are examining the cause and possible technical faults.