According to disaster management department, deaths occurred during a storm that hit the state of Bihar; Victims are mostly farmers and workers who were outdoors
At least 33 people died in the east of Reached by rays caused by the storms of the monsoon season and dozens injured, the authorities said on Friday. The deaths occurred during a storm that affected the state of Bihar on Wednesday and Thursday, the local disaster management department said in a statement. The victims are mostly farmers and workers who were outdoors.
The state of Bihar announced a compensation of 4 million rupees ($ 4,600, $ 25,500) to the families of the dead. At least 243 people were hit by lightning in Bihar in 2024. The previous year, the balance reached 275 dead.
*With information from AFP
