Nine people killed in separate incidents of lightning strikes in Bihar

PATNA: Altogether nine people were killed in separate incidents of lightning strike in Bihar's seven districts on Tuesday, a statement issued from the chief minister Nitish Kumar’s office said.

Banka and Buxar districts reported two deaths each, followed by one each in Bhagalpur, Rohtas, Jehanabad, Aurangabad and Jamui district, the statement said.

CM Nitish Kumar expressed grief over the deaths and announced ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh each to the next kin of deceased persons.

Nitish further appealed to common people to remain alert and vigilant during the inclement weather and follow the suggestions issued from time to time by the state’s disaster management department to save themselves from the lightning strikes and impact of bad weather.