Tragic Death on Anupama Sets: AICWA Demands Justice, Calls Incident ‘Institutionalized Murder’
The set of the popular television serial *Anupamaa* became the site of a devastating tragedy on November 14, 2024, when a 32-year-old camera assistant serving as a focus puller lost his life due to electrocution. The incident, caused by faulty equipment, has sparked outrage across the industry.
AICWA Calls for Justice
In response, the All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has taken a firm stand, labeling the incident as “institutionalized murder caused by greed and negligence of producers, the production house, and the channel.” AICWA President Suresh Shamlal Gupta has written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, demanding urgent action and justice for the deceased worker.
Details of the Incident
The electrocution occurred around 9:30 PM on the set. Shockingly, despite the tragedy, the shoot continued until midnight and resumed the following day. The negligence has led to an FIR against the electrical contractor responsible for the faulty equipment, but AICWA is pushing for more accountability.
Demands by AICWA
AICWA has urged the authorities to:
1. File an FIR under IPC Section 302 (murder) against all parties involved, including producers, the production house, and the channel.
2. Provide Rs. 1 crore in compensation to the deceased worker’s family.
3. Enforce stringent safety protocols on sets to prevent such tragedies.
4. Halt the production of *Anupamaa* until the demands are met and justice is served.
Industry Reacts
The incident has sent shockwaves through the television industry. Many are questioning the lack of safety protocols on sets and the apparent disregard for workers’ lives.
About Anupamaa
The popular daily soap, led by Rupali Ganguly and produced by Rajan and Deepa Shahi under Director’s Kut Productions, airs on Star Plus and streams digitally on Disney+ Hotstar.
The call for justice continues to gain momentum as fans and industry professionals alike demand accountability and improved safety measures to prevent further loss of life.
