Tata Motors Employee Dies of Electric Shock While Repairing Inverter in Jamshedpur
Brief By Newsbrief / 6:00 PM on 25 Jun 2026
A tragic incident occurred in Gwala Basti under the Telco police station area of Jamshedpur on Wednesday night, where a Tata Motors employee lost his life after suffering an electric shock while repairing an inverter at his home. The deceased has been identified as 40-year-old Chandrabhan Singh, who worked in the ERC (Engineering Research Centre) department of Tata Motors. The sudden death has left his family, friends, and colleagues in deep shock. According to reports, Singh had returned home after completing his B-shift duty at the company and noticed that the inverter in his house was not functioning properly.
Determined to fix the problem himself, Chandrabhan Singh began repairing the inverter. During the repair work, a sudden explosion reportedly occurred inside the inverter, causing him to come into direct contact with a high-voltage electric current. Family members immediately rushed to his aid and took him to Tata Motors Hospital at around 11:30 PM. However, despite their efforts, doctors declared him dead after examination. The incident has deeply affected his family, who are struggling to come to terms with the sudden loss. Residents of the locality also expressed grief over the unfortunate accident.
After receiving information about the incident, the Telco police reached the hospital on Thursday and initiated an investigation. Following the completion of legal formalities, the body was sent for post-mortem examination. Police officials stated that the incident appears to be an accidental death caused by electrocution, although a detailed inquiry is underway. The news of Chandrabhan Singh’s death also saddened his colleagues at Tata Motors, who remembered him as a dedicated employee. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers associated with handling electrical equipment without proper safety measures and highlights the importance of seeking professional assistance for electrical repairs.