LAHORE – Four people lost their lives in a tragic electrocution in Shahdara on Wednesday while removing an iron billboard from a shop’s rooftop.
According to Rescue 1122 officials, the billboard came in contact with high-voltage wires during removal, causing a fatal electric shock. The incident took place in Lahore’s Shahdara area, where the shopkeepers were reportedly attempting to take down the signboard without professional help.
Eyewitnesses said that the Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA) had directed the shop owner to remove the iron signboard. Fearing legal action or an FIR, the shopkeepers tried to dismantle it themselves, as no electrician was available at the time.
The deceased were identified as 45-year-old Nadeem, 25-year-old Noman, 26-year-old Awais, and an unidentified man. All four died on the spot before emergency responders could provide aid.
The incident has sparked public concern about safety practices and lack of oversight in commercial areas. The tragedy has also added to the growing criticism of how authorities enforce building regulations without ensuring public safety.
In a separate and equally alarming event, a nine-year-old girl named Rameen narrowly escaped electrocution near the Shalimar Link Road. She accidentally touched an electric pole submerged in rainwater while walking with her brother. Her quick-thinking brother managed to pull her away, saving her life.
These back-to-back incidents have raised fresh questions about Lahore’s aging electrical infrastructure, particularly during the monsoon season. Social media users and local residents are demanding accountability from both power distribution authorities and regulatory bodies.
With rising cases like this and growing media coverage under terms such as “Shahdara qatal news” and “Shahdara blast”, the need for strict safety measures is more urgent than ever.
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