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Junior engineer climbs mobile tower demanding end to suspension after linemen death in Prayagraj
India
Published on 1 May 2026
A suspension protest follows alleged cover up after linemen died
A junior engineer in Prayagraj, Abhay Kumar, climbed a mobile tower to demand revocation of his suspension, saying it was imposed arbitrarily after linemen died linked to a malfunction in the 11KV Chhibaiya feeder. Rajya Vidyut Parishad Junior Engineer Sangathan officials alleged “forced harassment” and demanded action against senior officials, after Kumar’s protest drew attention.
- Abhay Kumar climbed a mobile tower demanding his suspension be revoked
- He linked the dispute to a deadly 11KV Chhibaiya feeder malfunction
- Union leaders accused officials of forced harassment and arbitrary suspensions
- Protest demands accountability from senior power department officials
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