LODHRAN: Two Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) workers died after being exposed to toxic gases while cleaning a sewer line in the Jalalpur Mor area of Lodhran. The incident prompted police to register a criminal case against three officials, including the WASA Managing Director.
Victims Identified
The deceased workers were identified as sewermen Waseem Masih and Ikram Dogar. They reportedly entered a manhole to carry out cleaning operations when they were overcome by toxic fumes.
Funeral and Mourning
Final rites of the two workers were offered separately in Lodhran and Adda Bahmani Wala. The funerals were attended by large numbers of residents, government officials, colleagues, and community members who expressed grief and solidarity with the bereaved families.
Legal Action
Following the incident, City Police Station Lodhran registered FIR No. 893/26 under Section 322 of the Pakistan Penal Code against three officials, including the WASA Managing Director, for negligence leading to the deaths.
