In Uttar Pradesh, six Kanwariyas were electrocuted to death while six others injured in Meerut district. The condition of three others was said to be critical.

According to officials, the incident took place in Bhawanpur's Rali Chauhan village in Meerut district when the vehicle of Kanwariyas came in contact with a low-hanging high-tension power line.

The District administration has formed a Committee to investigate the matter. The Committee will produce its findings within 48 hours.