Farmer and Son Electrocuted by Charged Fence While Guarding Crops

Times of India · india

A farmer, Rabindra Guru (65), and his son, Pabitra Guru (29), died in Khurda district, Odisha, after being electrocuted by a solar-powered fence. The duo had set up the fence to protect their paddy crops from wild animals. Preliminary reports suggest Rabindra accidentally touched the live fence, and his son was electrocuted while attempting to rescue him. Both died instantly. Police are investigating the installation and power source of the fence, with a joint inspection planned. This incident highlights the dangers of improperly installed electric fencing systems used by farmers.