Thane, July 3 -- A 17-year-old girl died after allegedly coming in contact with a live electric wire in rainwater in the Mumbra area of Thane, officials said.

According to local residents, the deceased, a Class 11 student, was an "intelligent and well-behaved" girl. They alleged that an exposed and improperly installed wire belonging to a power supply company led to the incident, causing electricity to spread into rainwater.

The girl, who lived with her father and had a younger brother, died on the spot due to electrocution, they said.

Family members, including her uncle Mohammed Chandiwala, demanded justice and compensation, saying the incident occurred due to negligence.

Police have registered a case based on the complaint. Further ...