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What happened when Muharram procession in Telangana turned tragic?

Muharram turns tragic in Telangana
Hyderabad, Nov 4: A Muharram procession turned tragic in Telangana's Nizamabad district Tuesday as one person was electrocuted and 26 others were injured after coming in contact with a high tension wire.

Police said the accident occurred during a procession in Machapur in Yellareddy mandal, about 250 km from here.

The tragedy struck the procession when a person carrying 'alam' (symbol) came in contact with a high tension wire. The man - identified as 35-year-old Saiulu - died on the spot.

At least 26 others, including 17 students, were injured. Five of them were in critical condition and were taken to Hyderabad for treatment.

IANS

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