Archive · 17 Jun 2025
TGHRC Takes Action Over Electrocution Incidents in Hyderabad
The Telangana Human Rights Commission is looking into recent accidents where people in Hyderabad were hurt or killed by electricity.
They are worried that the electricity company isn't keeping the power lines safe.
Because of this, the commission wants to know how many people have been hurt or died from these accidents in the past two years.
They also want to know what the company is doing to prevent more accidents and if they are moving dangerous power lines away from where people live.
Finally, the commission wants to know if the victims or their families have received any money to help them.
The commission is asking the Energy department for a report by July 28th to get more information.
Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGHRC) has taken suo-motu cognizance of repeated electrocution incidents in Hyderabad.
The commission is responding to reports of fatal injuries and hazardous electric lines.
TGHRC cited lapses in maintenance and safety by electricity distribution authorities.
The commission is investigating potential violations of the Right to Life under Article 21.
The commission requested a factual report from the Principal Secretary of the Energy department.
- Who
- The Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGHRC) is investigating the electricity distribution authorities.
- What
- The TGHRC is investigating repeated electrocution incidents and related fatalities in Hyderabad.
- When
- The commission is requesting a report by July 28th.
- Where
- Hyderabad, particularly the Sagar Road area.
- Why
- Due to reports of dangerous electrical lines and related deaths, raising concerns about the Right to Life.
Victims and Public Safety
Electricity Authorities
Safety
Victims and Public Safety
Concerned about safety lapses and potential human rights violations.
Electricity Authorities
N/A
- Organization
- Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGHRC)
- Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Incident Type
- Electrocution and fatal injuries
- Concern
- Violation of Right to Life (Article 21)
- Request
- Factual report from Principal Secretary, Energy department
- Report Deadline
- July 28th, 11 am