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Jun 18, 2025
Bihar lightning strikes claim 13 lives
In a tough 24 hours for Bihar, lightning strikes took the lives of 13 people across districts like Buxar, West Champaran, Katihar, Kaimur, Lakhisarai, and Sitamarhi.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar shared his condolences and called the tragedy heartbreaking.
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₹4 lakh compensation for each victim's family
The state has announced ₹4 lakh compensation for each victim's family.
Kumar also urged everyone to follow weather safety tips from the Disaster Management Department—reminding folks on X to "be fully cautious during bad weather."
Officials are looking into these incidents to help prevent future tragedies.