Two youths died and another was critically injured in Bandlaguda when a 22-foot Ganesh idol they were transporting struck a high-tension wire on Monday night. Police suspect electrocution, though power officials dispute the cause. Forensic reports are awaited.
A youth was seriously injured after being electrocuted while setting up a Ganesh pandal in Amberpet late Monday night. Ram Charan, who came in contact with live wires, was rushed to a private hospital. His condition is reported stable.