Leaning electricity pole at Jamshedpur: A Disaster waiting to happen

Jamshedpur: A dangerously tilted electricity pole of JBVNL looms over the bustling Parsudih market, raising serious safety concerns among residents and traders alike. The situation, already precarious, has worsened after a recent storm lashed the area, further weakening the pole’s balance and increasing the risk of a potential collapse.
Positioned amid a densely crowded marketplace, the leaning structure now stands as a silent threat to hundreds who pass beneath it daily. The danger becomes even more alarming during the bi-weekly haat held every Tuesday and Friday, when the market swells with shoppers, vendors, and vehicles, leaving little room to evade any sudden mishap.
Locals fear that the pole, if left unattended, could snap or fall at any moment, potentially leading to severe injuries or even loss of lives. Despite the visible hazard, no immediate corrective action has been taken, intensifying frustration and anxiety in the community.
“This pole has been tilting for days, but after the storm, it looks like it could fall any time. During haat days, the crowd is so heavy that even a small accident can turn into a tragedy,” said a worried shopkeeper, glancing nervously at the structure above.
As the risk continues to grow, residents and traders are urging authorities to act swiftly before this looming danger turns into a catastrophic incident.