Allegedly drunk man climbs 30-foot high-tension pole in Hathras, rescued

A major accident was averted in Nagla Sukha village under the jurisdiction of Sasni Kotwali in Hathras after a man, allegedly drunk, climbed an approximately 30-foot-high iron pole carrying a high-tension electricity line. The situation created panic in the village, but the man was safely brought down following efforts by the police and local residents.

The incident took place on Monday. According to the information received, Dinesh Tiwari alias Hanuman, a resident of Nagla Sukha village, climbed the iron pole of the high-tension electricity line passing near the village while he was under the influence of alcohol.

Dinesh Tiwari, approximately 40 years old, is the son of Shri Krishna. He is a farmer and is currently on duty at a petrol pump, according to the information available.

The sight of the man climbing the pole caused alarm among villagers. A crowd gathered after farmers working in the nearby fields and other local residents noticed him on the high-tension electricity structure. An atmosphere of confusion and panic developed at the spot.

The villagers immediately informed the police. Soon after the information was received, Dial 112 police personnel and the local police station team reached the location. A vehicle from the fire department and a 108 ambulance also arrived at the spot.

Police personnel and villagers then began trying to persuade the man to come down. They continued speaking to him and attempting to make him understand the danger for a considerable period. After some time, as the effect of the alcohol appeared to lessen, Dinesh gradually climbed down from the pole.

His safe descent brought relief to the police personnel and the villagers present at the location. The immediate danger passed without any major accident.

The police later handed Dinesh over safely to his family members. The incident continued to be discussed in the village and surrounding area after the rescue.

Halka in-charge SI Mahipal Yadav said, “The person was under the influence of alcohol. With the help of the police, he was safely brought down.”