'Wanted Fresh Air': Drunk Man Sleeps on 11,000-Volt Power Line, Viral Video Stuns Internet (WATCH)

A man climbed an electricity pole and lay on an 11,000-volt high-tension power line in Uttar Pradesh's Maharajganj, leaving locals shocked. Power supply was switched off while officials persuaded him to come down safely after several hours. The viral video has sparked humorous reactions online.

A shocking video from Uttar Pradesh's Maharajganj has gone viral after a reportedly drunk man climbed an electricity pole and lay down on an 11,000-volt high-tension power line for several hours. According to reports, the man said he wanted some fresh air and climbed onto the power line, where he appeared to rest without showing any fear. The unusual incident attracted a large crowd, while local officials rushed to the spot.

UP- महाराजगंज में एक शराबी को जमीन पर ताजा हवा नही मिल पा रही थी. वह बिजली के पोल पर चढ़ा और 11000 बोल्ट की हाईटेंशन लाइन पर जाकर लेट गया. कई घंटे आराम फरमाने के बाद होश आया तो नीचे कई अफसर उससे जमीन पर आने की गुहार कर रहे थे. पूरे कार्यक्रम के दौरान बिजली की सप्लाई बंद रखी गयी. pic.twitter.com/yuxhouqRGX

— Narendra Pratap (@hindipatrakar) June 24, 2026

Power Supply Stopped During Rescue

To prevent a tragedy, the electricity supply to the line was completely switched off. Officials remained at the scene and repeatedly requested the man to come down safely.

After several hours, the man finally regained his senses and climbed down without suffering any reported injuries. No official information has been released yet on whether any legal action has been taken against him.

Video Goes Viral

The dramatic rescue was captured on video and quickly spread across social media, with many viewers expressing disbelief at the risky stunt.

Many users joked about the incident, while others pointed out that the outcome could easily have been fatal if power had not been disconnected in time.

In Maharajganj, UP: A drunk man couldn’t find fresh air on the ground, so he climbed a pole and slept for hours on 11,000V live high-tension wires. 

Power was cut off entirely while officials begged him to come down. pic.twitter.com/fZ1rUjr8dI

— Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) June 24, 2026

One user wrote, "Power department had to negotiate with a sleeping legend." Another commented, "Even Yamraj must be confused whether to take his life or admire his confidence."

Others described the act as "insanity" and said the man was "playing with death." Some users also criticised the dangerous behaviour and said such acts should not be treated as entertainment because they put lives at risk and disrupt essential public services.