17 killed in lightning strikes in Bihar

Rohtas district reported five deaths, followed by two each in Aurangabad and Buxar districts.

By: PTI
Bihar | July 15, 2023 09:19 PM IST

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Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed condolences over the deaths and announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs 4 lakh each. (Express Photo)

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At least 17 people were killed in lightning strikes in 11 districts of Bihar in the last 24 hours, an official statement said on Saturday.

According to the statement issued by the chief minister’s office (CMO), Rohtas district reported five deaths, followed by two each in Aurangabad and Buxar districts.

Besides, Arwal, Kishanganj, Kaimur, Vaishali, Siwan, Patna, Araria and Saran districts recorded one death each.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed condolences over the deaths and announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs 4 lakh each for the next of kin of the deceased.

Kumar appealed to the people of the state to remain vigilant and stay indoors during thunderstorms.
He also urged people to follow advisories issued by the Disaster Management Department.

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