In a tragic incident in Hastings area of central Kolkata, a 6-year-old girl named Gudiya Khatun died on Monday morning after a light from a street lamp post fell on her while she was playing under it. The incident occurred around 7 A.M., causing serious injuries to the child, who was declared brought dead upon arrival at SSKM Hospital. The family and locals have raised concerns about negligence in maintaining the lamp posts in the area.
The family shared that Gudiya was playing under the lamp post, as she did every day, when the light suddenly fell on her head, leading to severe injuries. Despite immediate medical attention, she could not be saved. The family emphasized that the lamp post had inadequate maintenance, with only one nut attached to the light that fell.
Locals have joined in questioning the maintenance practices of the lamp posts in the area, with concerns raised over the safety of such infrastructure. The police are currently investigating the incident, with the site cordoned off for further examination. The incident has highlighted the potential risks posed by poorly maintained lamp posts in areas where many people, including children, reside.
