Drunk Man Climbs 11,000-Volt Power Line in UP, Rescued Safely After Hours
In Uttar Pradesh's Maharajganj district, an intoxicated man named Deen Dayal climbed an 11,000-volt high-tension electricity pole and lay across the wires for several hours, causing alarm among villagers. The power supply had been cut minutes before, preventing injury. Police and electricity officials coordinated to keep the line de-energized and safely persuaded him to come down. The man gave unclear reasons for his actions, with locals suggesting he sought fresh air or was upset over a power outage.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (54/100). Lens Score 36/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- indiatvnews— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- indiatoday— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- news18— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles primarily present a factual account focusing on the incident and rescue efforts, with no evident political framing. Coverage includes official police statements and local residents' views, maintaining neutrality without attributing blame or political motives. The narrative centers on public safety and coordination between authorities, reflecting a nonpartisan approach.
The overall tone across the articles is neutral to mildly concerned, emphasizing the potential danger and relief at the safe resolution. While the man's intoxication and risky behavior are noted, the coverage avoids sensationalism, focusing instead on the successful prevention of harm and the coordinated response by officials.
How 3 sources covered this story
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.