In Bihar, electricity fell during the rains on Thursday, wreaking havoc on the people. Around 83 people died and a large number were injured during this period.
The injured have been admitted to hospital. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has expressed deep condolences to those who died of thunderclap.
He said that he is with the affected families in this hour of disaster. The Chief Minister has instructed to give ex-gratia grant of Rs. 4 lakh to the families of the deceased.
He appealed to the people to take full vigil in bad weather. According to information received from the Disaster Management Department, a total of 83 people died in 23 districts of the state due to lightning, with Gopalganj having the highest number of 13 casualties.
Apart from this, eight each in Nawada and Madhubani, six each in Siwan and Bhagalpur, five each in East Champaran, Darbhanga and Banka, three each in Khagaria and Aurangabad, West Champaran, Kishanganj, Jehanabad, Jamui, Purnia, Supaul , Two each in Buxar and Kaimur and one each in Samastipur, Shivhar, Saran, Sitamarhi and Madhepura have died due to thunderclap.
Reports received from the districts said that more than 20 people were injured due to lightning, who have been admitted to the hospital for treatment. Storms and rains have also caused widespread damage to people’s homes and property.
