At least 33 people have been killed by severe monsoon rains in eastern India, and scores more have been injured by lightning strikes, officials said Friday.
According to the state’s disaster management department, the fatal incidents that took place in Bihar state between Wednesday and Thursday primarily affected farmers and daily wage workers who were working outside during the storms.
According to State Disaster Management Minister Vijay Kumar Mandal, officials have been directed to encourage citizens to take safety precautions during lightning alerts and to increase public awareness in districts that are at risk.
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The relatives of the deceased will receive 4 million rupees, or about $4,600, in compensation, according to the Bihar government.
In Bihar, lightning is still a major seasonal hazard. According to government data, lightning strikes claimed the lives of 243 people in 2024, up from 275 the year before.
Intense monsoon rains frequently cause floods, relocation, and weather-related fatalities during the peak season in Eastern India, which includes Bihar. More lightning and more intense rain are expected in the coming days, according to weather officials.
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