Samajwadi Party Leader Crushed to Death by 40 Quintal Pole in Uttar Pradesh

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CNBC Awaaz•17-02-2026, 08:29
Samajwadi Party Leader Crushed to Death by 40 Quintal Pole in Uttar Pradesh
- •Samajwadi Party leader Lal Bahadur Yadav died tragically when a 40-quintal pole fell on his car in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh.
- •The incident occurred near his home while he was traveling to Pratapgarh city; a viral video shows his car completely crushed.
- •The 65-foot high-mast pole, belonging to Indian Petroleum, was being installed when the crane's strap broke, causing it to fall.
- •Police have registered the incident and are investigating safety measures and potential negligence during the installation.
- •Yadav, a PWD contractor and former Nagar Panchayat candidate, is survived by his wife, four daughters, and one son; his family alleges negligence.
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