A fatal accident occurred at Shyam Nagar Lake in Mumbai during the Ganesh idol immersion festivities. Rohit Bhimu Rathod, a worker involved in the event, was electrocuted after entering one of the artificial ponds that had already been closed to the public.

While the specific circumstances leading to the electrical contact remain under investigation, the incident highlights the ongoing safety challenges associated with large-scale religious processions and the use of temporary infrastructure. Authorities have not yet released a detailed report on whether the electrical hazard was caused by faulty equipment or proximity to power lines near the artificial pond site. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks involved in managing high-traffic immersion zones, particularly when workers are tasked with maintaining or navigating these areas after they have been officially closed for public use. No further details regarding the specific source of the electricity or potential negligence have been confirmed by local officials at this time.