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3mo ago

9-Year-Old Electrocuted in Delhi Park Due to Exposed Switchboard

Aryaman Chaudhary died after touching an open electric switchboard in an MCD park, prompting an investigation into maintenance lapses.

Aryaman Chaudhary was playing at a MCD park when he came in contact with an open electric switchboard, (Pic used for representation) (File)
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Aryaman Chaudhary (HT Photo)

Overview

  • Aryaman Chaudhary, 9, was electrocuted on Saturday night while retrieving a ball near an exposed switchboard in a Kalkaji park.
  • Locals and his family rushed him to a nearby hospital, but he was declared dead on arrival.
  • Police have registered a case under sections 289 and 106 of the BNS and are investigating to determine accountability for the park's electrical maintenance.
  • The area around the switchboard has been sealed as authorities examine safety lapses, with the MCD and BSES trading blame for the incident.
  • The tragedy has reignited concerns about public infrastructure safety, with residents highlighting similar past incidents in Delhi parks.