BHOPAL, March 8 -- As Holi celebrations approach, the Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitran Company (MKVVCL) on Friday launched a safety campaign urging people to take precautions while lighting Holika Dahan.
The company has appealed to citizens, particularly in rural areas, to ensure that bonfires are lit far from transformers and electricity poles to prevent accidents and damage to public property. It has also reminded the public that tampering with power lines and equipment is a punishable offence under the Electricity Act, 2003.
Even a minor mistake or interference with power infrastructure can lead to major dangers. The company advises people to be extra cautious, especially if power lines accidentally snap due to storms or other reasons. If ...