Rahul Singh & Vikramaditya
Campbell Bay, April 2 : In a shocking incident that has raised serious concerns about workplace safety, three labourers suffered electric shocks while painting electric poles at a Navy establishment at Great Nicobar this morning around 11 o’clock. The accident occurred despite the presence of safety protocols, highlighting potential lapses in oversight.
The injured workers were immediately taken to the Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Campbell Bay. Two of them remain under medical observation, with one reportedly suffering 50% burns and the other sustaining additional injuries. Dr Juliet James (medical officer Incharge) and Dr Ireen Mary (Medical Officer)of PHC Campbell Bay acted swiftly, administering emergency treatment and consulting a senior surgeon from Port Blair for advanced medical care.
When approached for comments, the supervisor of the contractor responsible for the work expressed uncertainty regarding the cause of the accident. “The G.O.D was off,” he stated, but admitted to being unaware of the exact reason for the mishap.
The incident has triggered widespread concern over the safety of labourers working under hazardous conditions. Authorities are yet to confirm whether any immediate actions will be taken to support the injured workers and prevent similar accidents in the future.
An investigation into the incident is currently underway, and more details are expected as the situation develops.
