Archive · 19 Aug 2025
Ramanthapur Observes Bandh Following Electrocution Tragedy
Following the electrocution during a Janmashtami procession, Ramanthapur residents showed their support for the victims.
They shut down businesses and schools in a bandh.
People held a rally with slogans to remember those who died.
Local leaders asked the government for money and jobs for the families affected by the tragedy.
There was also a candlelight walk to honor the victims.
Ramanthapur observed a bandh to support the victims of the electrocution.
The bandh involved the closure of shops, schools, and commercial establishments.
A rally was held with slogans honoring the deceased individuals.
Local leaders demanded ₹50 lakh ex gratia and a government job for the families.
A candlelight march was organized in the evening to pay tribute to the victims.
- Who
- Residents, youth, local BJP leaders, and the families affected by the electrocution.
- What
- Ramanthapur observed a bandh to support victims of an electrocution during a Janmashtami procession.
- When
- Monday's electrocution, and the bandh occurred on Tuesday.
- Where
- Ramanthapur, specifically RTC Colony.
- Why
- To show solidarity with the victims and demand government support.
Demands from Local Leaders
Government
Compensation and Support
Demands from Local Leaders
Demand for financial support and job opportunities.
Government
Government response and allocation of resources.
- Event
- Electrocution during Janmashtami procession
- Location
- Ramanthapur
- Bandh
- Observed in 68 colonies
- Demand
- ₹50 lakh ex gratia
- Additional Demand
- Government job for the families
- Casualties
- Six dead, three injured
