Dangling electricity wires, exposed junction boxes and low-hanging overhead cables have emerged as a serious safety concern across the city. These low-hanging wires have exposed residents, pedestrians and commuters to the risk of electrocution, short circuits and fire.
From Hethu near Birsa Munda Airport and Arya Home Mega Sun City to Rospa Tower, New Police Line, JAP Doranda, Lalpur, Upper Bazaar, Church Road, Metro Gali, Ratu Road and Madhukum, damaged or dangerously low-hanging electricity wires have been reported at multiple locations. Harmu Bypass is another area where dangling cables pose a potential threat to commuters. At Birsa Munda bus terminal, the possibility of buses coming into contact with overhead wires or electrical infrastructure has also raised safety concerns.
Residents said the risk of accidents increases during heavy rainfall, waterlogging and strong winds. Nitisha Kumari, a resident of the Upper Bazaar area, said, “Damaged wires and exposed electrical equipment can pose a serious hazard under such conditions, particularly in crowded residential and commercial areas.”
A resident of Hill View Lane in Chiraundi said, “An electricity wire has been hanging from a pole for the past six months, but no repairs have been carried out despite complaints. The prolonged delay has left residents concerned about the possibility of an accident.”
Residents said children often play near the dangling wires, increasing the danger of accidental contact. They fear that the presence of exposed electrical infrastructure in areas frequented by children could have serious consequences.
Near Rospa Tower, people have reportedly witnessed sparks coming from a junction box, raising fears of a short circuit or fire. An Upper Bazaar shopkeeper said people tend to avoid certain stretches during rainfall because low-hanging wires create a constant sense of insecurity.
Residents have urged the Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) to identify vulnerable locations, replace damaged wires, repair faulty junction boxes and ensure that electrical cables are maintained at a safe height. They have also demanded prompt action on complaints and regular inspections of electrical infrastructure, particularly near busy roads, markets, bus terminals and residential neighbourhoods.
Meanwhile, JBVNL has maintained that maintenance work is being carried out continuously across the city. DN Sahu, electrical superintending engineer, Ranchi zone, said, “Routine preventive maintenance is being carried out across the city to ensure operational safety and stability.”
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