Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Two Deaths in Hyderabad as Idol Contacts Power Lines
A second tragedy occurred in Hyderabad during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, where two young men died after the idol they were transporting made contact with power lines.
Another person was injured.
The incident happened early in the morning near a hotel.
Police are investigating what happened.
Power officials stated that their lines had not malfunctioned.
Two individuals died in Bandlaguda when a Ganesh idol touched high-tension wires.
The victims were identified as Tony (21) and Vikas (22).
Akshay (23) sustained injuries and is undergoing treatment.
The incident occurred around 1 a.m. near Royal Sea Hotel.
Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation.
- Who
- Tony, Vikas died; Akshay was injured.
- What
- Two people died due to electrocution while transporting a Ganesh idol.
- When
- Early Tuesday morning.
- Where
- Bandlaguda, Hyderabad.
- Why
- The Ganesh idol came into contact with high-tension wires.
Family and Community
Authorities
Accountability for the deaths
Family and Community
Grieving the loss of loved ones and seeking answers.
Authorities
The authorities denied any negligence on their part.
- Location
- Bandlaguda, Hyderabad
- Victims
- Two fatalities, one injured
- Cause
- Electrocution
- Event
- Ganesh Chaturthi
- Involved
- Ganesh idol procession
Sources
Two youths electrocuted while carrying Vinayaka idol in Bandlaguda
Bandlaguda Deaths – Power of Induction Current Stuns Officials at Ganesha Festival Preparatory Meeting
Festive Fervour Turns Funeral For Devout; Citizens Blame Telangana Apathy
