Hubballi Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) issued a critical safety advisory today to protect children from electrical accidents during the upcoming summer break. We saw the utility provider release a detailed infographic on April 2, 2026, outlining essential precautions for households across Karnataka.
The campaign, titled “Summer Vacation is Starting: Protect Children from Electrical Accidents!”, highlights that curiosity often leads to dangerous encounters with live wires. Officials at HESCOM stressed that proactive measures within the home can prevent life-threatening injuries during the holiday season.
Our sources confirmed that the advisory focuses on four primary safety zones involving common household hazards. HESCOM experts warned parents to ensure children never touch extension cords or play near electrical transformers and poles. “Electricity is not a toy; do not show negligence,” the utility company stated in its public awareness message. We talked to safety engineers who noted that outdoor hazards like transformers become more accessible as kids spend more time playing in neighborhood streets and parks.
According to HESCOM Official Twitter account, the guidelines recommend using adhesive tape to cover any unused electrical sockets. This simple step prevents toddlers from inserting fingers or metal objects into live points while playing. We saw the advisory also emphasize the danger of children climbing electric poles or playing in close proximity to power distribution units. These April 2026 instructions are part of a broader “Zero Accident” initiative aimed at reducing preventable mishaps in residential areas.
ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ಅವಘಡಗಳಿಂದ ಮಕ್ಕಳನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಿಸಿ #ಹೆಸ್ಕಾಂ #Helpline1912 #HESCOM #safetytips pic.twitter.com/Tza9mo8bFQ
— HESCOM (@HescomHubli) April 2, 2026
The related social media update from HESCOM is included below, featuring the visual guide distributed to local communities. We saw the infographic provides a 24×7 helpline number, 1912, for reporting any electrical emergencies or sparking lines immediately. These visuals use simple illustrations to bridge the language gap and ensure every citizen understands the risks. By focusing on vacation safety, HESCOM aims to keep the summer break focused on fun rather than emergency room visits. The community is encouraged to share these tips to maximize the reach of the safety campaign.
