Residents of Ganeshpur village in Uttarkashi district’s Bhatwari block are seeking immediate action over a 33 KV high-voltage electricity line that runs close to agricultural fields and houses. They say the alignment has created a continuing safety concern for people living and working nearby.
The issue has become more pressing during the current paddy harvesting and threshing season. Villagers are working in fields located near the line, increasing their concern about possible contact, a fault or another electrical accident.
Villagers report repeated danger
Residents said the threat has existed for a long time. They also reported several incidents in which the line broke, although no major accident occurred in those cases.
The villagers have asked authorities either to move the power line to a safer location or to put other effective safety arrangements in place. Their demand is based on the line’s proximity to both cultivated land and homes.
Ganeshpur village head Pradeep Rana said the matter had been brought to the attention of Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam officials several times. According to him, no concrete action has been taken so far.
Rana said the department would be responsible if a serious accident occurred in the future. He also warned that villagers could launch a protest if the safety concern remains unresolved.
Officials’ response sought
An attempt was made to contact Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam officials for their response to the villagers’ concerns. They did not answer the phone calls.
The available account does not record any confirmed decision to relocate the line or begin safety work. The immediate demand from residents remains preventive action before a major incident occurs.
Conclusion
Ganeshpur residents are seeking prompt safety measures around the 33 KV line, particularly while agricultural work continues near their homes and fields. The next verified development will depend on the response and action of Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where is the power-line safety issue reported?
Ganeshpur village in Uttarkashi district’s Bhatwari block is the reported location.
Q. What type of line is involved?
The concern relates to a 33 KV high-voltage electricity line.
Q. Why are villagers especially concerned now?
Paddy harvesting and threshing are currently taking place in fields close to the line.
Q. Have residents reported earlier line failures?
Yes. Residents said the line has broken several times, though no major accident occurred.
Q. What action are the villagers requesting?
They want the line shifted to a safer place or other necessary safety measures introduced.
Q. Who was named as raising the issue?
Ganeshpur village head Pradeep Rana was named in connection with the demand.
Q. Which organisation was approached about the concern?
Officials of Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam were approached, according to the reported account.
Q. Did officials provide a response?
Officials did not answer phone calls made to seek their response.
