India: Dilapidated electricity pole collapses onto road along with transformer, creating sudden hazard for commuters.

Occurred on August 20, 2026 / Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. Info: Residents had repeatedly demanded replacement of damaged electricity poles in Vikram Enclave and alerted officials about the safety risk. Despite warnings, no action was taken. One pole carrying a transformer later collapsed near Buildings 48, 50 and 51. Dangling power lines caused panic but no casualties. Councillor Ravi Bhati demanded an inquiry and strict action against responsible electricity department officials. Restriction:Not Distributable in Germany.