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Teenager Electrocuted in Pune Wedding Mandap Accident

16-year-old boy dies, contractor booked for employing minor

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 18 July 2026 at 01:11 pm
Teenager Electrocuted in Pune Wedding Mandap Accident

A 16-year-old boy, Yash Pritiyani, died of electrocution while dismantling a wedding mandap on Tadiwala Road in Pune on July 3. The incident occurred around 8 pm when Yash came into contact with a live electric source while removing the temporary structure. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead before treatment.

The Bund Garden Police have booked the mandap contractor, Asif Kasam Sayyed, for allegedly employing a minor in hazardous work and failing to provide proper safety measures. The complaint was filed by Yash's maternal uncle, Dhananjay Krishna Mapuskar.

The police investigation revealed that Yash was asked to dismantle the mandap after a Haldi ceremony was held near the Maruti Temple on Tadiwala Road. The contractor allegedly failed to provide proper safety arrangements or ensure a safe workplace, which is prohibited under the law.

The Bund Garden Police have registered a case against the contractor under the Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act and other relevant legal provisions. The incident highlights the importance of ensuring safety measures and adhering to labor laws, especially when it comes to minors.

The Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act prohibits the employment of minors in hazardous work. The law aims to protect children from exploitation and ensure their safety and well-being. In this case, the contractor allegedly failed to comply with the law, resulting in the tragic death of a minor.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of workers, especially minors, in the event management industry. The police are investigating the matter further to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.

The family of the deceased is likely to face financial difficulties due to the loss of their loved one. The incident is a reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and adhering to labor laws to prevent such tragedies.

The Pune police have urged event managers and contractors to ensure that they provide proper safety measures and comply with labor laws to prevent such incidents in the future. The incident is a wake-up call for the industry to take necessary precautions to protect the lives of workers, especially minors.

In conclusion, the electrocution of a 16-year-old boy in Pune is a tragic reminder of the importance of ensuring safety measures and adhering to labor laws. The incident highlights the need for event managers and contractors to prioritize the safety and well-being of workers, especially minors, to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

The incident has significant implications for the city of Pune, where the safety of workers is a major concern. The police and other authorities must take necessary steps to ensure that event managers and contractors comply with labor laws and provide proper safety measures to prevent such incidents.

The city of Pune has witnessed several incidents of electrocution in the past, highlighting the need for increased awareness and adherence to safety protocols. The incident is a reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and taking necessary precautions to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

The authorities must take necessary steps to ensure that those responsible for the incident are held accountable and that necessary measures are taken to prevent such incidents in the future. The incident is a wake-up call for the city of Pune to take necessary precautions to protect the lives of workers, especially minors, and to ensure that event managers and contractors comply with labor laws and provide proper safety measures.

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