Jharkhand: Bizarre! Man Climbs High-Tension Electric Pole to View In-Laws' Village In Jamtara [Video]

Jamtara: In a bizarre incident, a man named Bablu Murmu climbed a 133,000-volt high-tension electric pole in Charakdaha village, Bindapathar police station area. The incident caused quite a stir among the villagers, who gathered around and attempted to persuade Bablu to come down. Despite their efforts, he refused to descend, prompting the locals to inform the police.

The Incident

Bablu Murmu, reportedly mentally ill, scaled the high-tension electric pole to get a view of his in-laws' village. The scene created a spectacle for several hours as the villagers tried to coax him down. It was only after the police arrived and persuaded him that Bablu finally climbed down from the dangerous height.

Police Action

Upon questioning, Bablu revealed that his motive for climbing the pole was simply to see his in-laws' village from a higher vantage point. The police, noting his unstable mental state, immediately sent him to Jamtara Sadar Hospital for treatment.

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The police have stated that Bablu appears to be mentally unwell, which led to his unusual behavior. This incident highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the need for timely intervention in such cases to prevent potential dangers to individuals and the community.