'Tragic Game: Youth Electrocuted in Greater Noida While Playing Gilli-Danda'

A young man named Wasim died and his uncle was injured in Greater Noida, India, after being electrocuted by a high-tension wire. The pair were playing the game of 'gilli-danda' when the accident occurred. Legal actions are pending as the family has not filed a complaint.

A tragic incident in Greater Noida claimed the life of 25-year-old Wasim, while his uncle remains hospitalized after both were electrocuted by a high-tension wire. The accident unfolded during a game of 'gilli-danda,' a traditional South Asian sport.

Police disclosed that the unfortunate event happened in Fatehkhani Mohalla, Bilaspur town, under the jurisdiction of Dankaur police station. As the game progressed, Wasim climbed onto a rooftop to retrieve the gilli, only to come into contact with a live wire.

Though Wasim's uncle, Tauhid, attempted a rescue, the high-tension wire injured him as well. The family has not yet lodged any formal complaints, and authorities are awaiting their statement for any further legal proceedings.

(With inputs from agencies.)