JAIPUR: The toll in the transformer explosion in Rajasthan’s Khatulai village rose to 14 today, with Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje ordering a high-level probe into the incident.
Union Minister and Jaipur Rural MP Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, who visited the affected families today, termed it a “tragic incident” and called for a thorough investigation.
A transformer had exploded in the Khatulai village near Shahpura town of the State yesterday, killing five persons and injuring several others.
Medical Superintendent of SMS Hospital, D S Meena, said nine persons, who had sustained severe burn injuries, succumbed while undergoing treatment at the SMS Hospital here late last night.
“Women were performing ‘Bhaat ceremony’ (pre-wedding ritual) when the incident took place. Five persons had died on the spot and 22 others were rushed to the SMS Hospital. Out of the 22, nine more deaths, mostly that of women, were reported late last night. The casualties also include a pregnant lady. Three persons were discharged and ten are undergoing treatment,” DSP Shahpura, Bhag Chand Meena, said today.
Rathore visited Shahpura town to take stock of the situation. He also met with those undergoing treatment at the SMS Hospital and assured them of best medical care. (AGENCIES)
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