#YeThikKarkeDikhao! Axis Bank Clerk Dies After Falling into Open Drain in Aurangabad

#YeThikKarkeDikhao is trending on Twitter wherein users are complaining about the poor infrastructure. Despite investment of crores of rupees, the public infrastructure such as roads, bridges are in poor condition.

In a heartbreaking incident in Daudnagar town of Aurangabad district (Bihar), a 30-year-old Axis Bank employee named Ranjan Pandey has lost his life after falling into an under-construction drain. The tragic accident took place near the Durga Club area.

What Happened?

According to reports, Ranjan Pandey was returning home after collecting clothes from the laundry. While walking along the road, he slipped and fell into an open drain that was under construction. Sadly, an iron rod inside the drain pierced his stomach, causing severe injuries.

People who were nearby rushed to help. They managed to pull Ranjan out of the drain and quickly took him to a nearby hospital. However, despite all efforts, doctors could not save him, and he was declared dead.

Ranjan Pandey was 30 years old and working as Clerk at Axis Bank in Daudnagar branch in Aurangabad for the last two years. He was unmarried.

Public Anger Over Negligence

Local residents strongly blamed the Municipal Council and the construction company for negligence. They said that there was no barricading around the under-construction drain. There was No warning signs or safety boards were put up at the site. Recent rainfall had filled the area with water, making the drain even more dangerous and invisible.

They alleged that the accident happened only because of carelessness and lack of safety measures by the concerned authorities.

After receiving information, the police reached the spot. The body was taken into custody and sent to Sadar Hospital for post-mortem examination. Police Station in-charge Vikas Kumar confirmed that the victim’s family had been informed. After the autopsy, the body will be handed over to the family. The police have started their investigation to understand the complete circumstances of the incident.

This is a clear example of negligence on part of civic authorities. People pay taxes but are denied facilities.