Rainawari man succumbs to electrocution injuries

Srinagar : A 35-year-old man from the Rainawari area of Srinagar succumbed to his injuries at a hospital on Monday after suffering an electric shock at his residence late Sunday evening, officials said.

An official told the news agency, that the man received an electric shock while carrying out household work at his home.

He was immediately shifted to SMHS Hospital Srinagar in a critical condition, where he remained under treatment. However, despite sustained medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries on Monday morning.

The deceased has been identified as Asif Ahmad Mir, son of Fayaz Ahmad Mir, a resident of Rainawari.

Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident and initiated further proceedings.—(KNO)