In a tragic turn of events, 33 polling staff members succumbed to heat stroke on the last day of voting in Uttar Pradesh. The extreme temperatures proved fatal for these dedicated individuals, who were working under harsh conditions to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections.
This devastating news has raised serious concerns about the safety and working conditions of polling staff, especially during extreme weather. Despite the severity of the situation, media channels have largely focused on exit polls, leaving this tragic incident underreported.
The state government and election commission are facing criticism for not providing adequate measures to protect polling staff from the scorching heat. Many are calling for immediate action to prevent such tragedies in the future.
