Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Lucknow Residents Face Risks From Exposed Power Cables
Imagine streetlights with wires that are not covered properly, like an open puzzle piece.
In Lucknow, India, many of these wires are exposed, which is dangerous because they can shock people or animals if touched.
Despite the city telling workers to fix the wires, many are still open.
People who live and work near these wires are worried, especially for kids playing outside and stray animals.
Some wires are low, or the boxes are open making it easier to get hurt.
The city says they are going to fix the wires before it rains a lot to make the area safer.
Exposed power cables on streetlight poles pose safety risks to residents and animals in multiple Lucknow areas.
Despite instructions, many poles remain untaped or have worn-off insulation, according to a TOI ground check.
Residents expressed concerns about the potential dangers, especially for children and stray animals.
Shopkeepers noted that open wires interfere with business and increase risks in high-footfall areas.
LMC Commissioner Gaurav Kumar stated that the issue will be addressed with priority given the monsoon season.
- Who
- Residents, animals, and LMC workers are impacted.
- What
- Exposed power cables on city poles, posing safety hazards.
- When
- Ongoing issue, with increased risk during monsoon.
- Where
- Lucknow, India, particularly in Alambagh, Mahanagar, Hazratganj, and other areas.
- Why
- Lack of maintenance and repair of streetlight poles despite instructions from LMC.
Residents and Shopkeepers
LMC
Action on maintenance and repair
Residents and Shopkeepers
Residents and shopkeepers have repeatedly complained and reported the hazardous state of electrical poles, with a lack of immediate and effective action.
LMC
LMC acknowledges the issue and promises to address it with priority, especially ahead of monsoon season. Most poles were taped.
- Location
- Lucknow, India
- Issue
- Exposed power cables
- Affected parties
- Residents, animals, shopkeepers
- Contributing factors
- Poor maintenance, weather conditions, and low-quality materials.
- Authority response
- LMC to prioritize taping and insulation before monsoon