August 17th 2024.
In a tragic turn of events, nine individuals lost their lives and 12 others suffered injuries due to lightning strikes in various parts of Odisha on Saturday, as confirmed by the police. The Chief Minister's office released a statement stating that two fatalities were recorded in Mayurbhanj, Balasore, and Bhadrak districts, while one each was reported in Keonjhar, Dhenkanal, and Ganjam districts.
The Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, expressed his deepest condolences for the lives lost and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh for the families of the deceased. He also extended his wishes for a speedy recovery of the injured and declared free medical treatment for them.
In another incident, a field near Munupali village in Barpali block of Bargarh district was struck by lightning, leaving 12 individuals wounded. The condition of four of them is reported to be critical, and they have been admitted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Such unfortunate accidents serve as a reminder of the uncontrollable forces of nature and the need to take necessary precautions to stay safe. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the victims, and we hope for the speedy recovery of the injured.
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