High-Tension Wire Snaps in Firozabad, Kills Two Men Instantly

• Two men, Pradeep and Bhupendra, died by electrocution in Firozabad after an 11,000-volt power line snapped and fell on them.
• The incident occurred in Ruhasi Patti village under Eka police station limits as the cousins were returning from fields.
• Locals protested, alleging the power line was in poor condition and complaints for repair were ignored.
• Villagers initially refused to allow removal of bodies, demanding action and compensation.
• Authorities assured Rs 5 lakh each from government and electricity department, five bighas of land, and relocation of the power line.