Anupamaa: Makers issue statement following tragic incident on the set

Star Plus' popular show Anupamaa has consistently been one of the top-rated programs. Recently, it made headlines following reports of a tragic incident on set. A crew member accidentally came into contact with live electrical wires and was rushed to the hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

The President of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), B.N. Tiwari, alleged that the makers were withholding the identity of the deceased and not being forthcoming about the incident. He assured that an investigation was underway to uncover the truth.

In response, the makers have now issued an official statement. Ranjeet Agarwal, the CEO of the production house, addressed the situation and clarified the matter. "We have been entertaining in the TV industry for the last 18 years, catering to the audience in India and abroad with our innovative, popular family shows like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Bidaai, Anupamaa and others. 

This would not have been possible without the seamless and harmonious collaboration of over 300 talented and dedicated professionals. We have fostered an ecosystem that nurtures a safe, supportive environment, ensuring respect, dignity, and healthy working conditions for our artists, technicians, and workers. We consider them a part of our family, and the entire unit and team of our production houses can vouch for the care and commitment that we consistently provide. 

An unfortunate accident happened on Nov 14, 2024, during the shooting of the TV serial Anupamaa at a set in Film City, when an apprentice camera attendant, Mr Ajit Kumar was sent by the camera vendor, who mistakenly picked both the light rod and camera together when he was not wearing any footwear and got the electric shock. The DOP present on the set said that it was purely a human error. He was immediately taken to the hospital and given instant medical help but unfortunately, we lost him. 

It was deeply saddening. In response, immediate arrangements were made to send flight tickets to the family members of the deceased, who were urgently called from Patna. All necessary legal formalities were also promptly addressed. 

The production house covered the hospital and medical expenses, facilitated the family’s return to Patna, and provided compensation, for which the family expressed their gratitude through a letter. Additionally, the deceased’s insurance will be directly disbursed to his nominated beneficiary. 

Last but not least, our production houses have always prioritised the safety and well-being of our crew. We remain committed to supporting our team members in such circumstances, as we consider them an integral part of our family. 

May God bless the noble soul of Late Mr. Ajit Kumar, who went to his heavenly abode. 

We trust that the statement provided by us, as a responsible production house, is satisfactory. We would like to request rumour mongers with certain vested interests to stop spreading false rumours otherwise, failing which we will take stringent legal action against them as per the law of the land. 

Besides this, we are in touch with producers’ bodies and mother body Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) and have updated them about the unfortunate incident.”