3 People Die of Electrocution Near Gurugram's IFFCO Chowk Metro Station

Gurugram: Three people died of electrocution after coming into contact with electric wires under a tree near IFFCO Chowk Metro Station, police said on Thursday. The incident occurred late Wednesday night following heavy rainfall in Gurugram and neighbouring regions.

The victims, who worked for private companies, were on their way home from the office when the tragedy happened, according to police. 

The incident has led locals to blame the negligence of the electricity department. They have warned of the potential for larger disasters if appropriate precautions are not implemented. The victims, who worked for private companies, were on their way home from the office when the accident happened.

The tragic incident happened as heavy rainfall unleashed chaos in Delhi and neigbouring regions on Wednesday evening, inundating large parts of the city, while key stretches were choked with unending traffic and people left stranded.

The torrential downpour prompted the weather office to include Delhi in its list of 'areas of concern' in the National Flash Flood Guidance Bulletin.

The department advised people to remain indoors, secure windows and doors, and refrain from unnecessary travel.