Sidhi, Madhya Pradesh: A tragic incident unfolded in Sidhi, Madhya Pradesh, on December 26, 2024, when an electricity transmission tower collapsed, claiming the lives of three people and injuring several others. The accident occurred during ongoing maintenance work in a rural area, leaving the local community in shock.
According to eyewitnesses, workers were repairing the tower when it suddenly gave way, trapping several individuals under the debris. Emergency responders, including police and medical teams, rushed to the scene to carry out rescue operations. The injured were immediately transported to a nearby hospital, where the condition of some remains critical.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the collapse, with initial reports suggesting structural instability as a possible factor. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and assured that all necessary assistance would be provided to those affected. A compensation package for the victims’ families is also expected to be announced soon.
