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Powerful Storm Kills 7, Injures 21 in Sultanpur, Disrupts Power Supply

A powerful storm hit Uttar Pradesh's Sultanpur district, killing seven people and injuring 21 others. The storm caused extensive damage to power infrastructure, destroying over 50 transformers and numerous poles. District Magistrate Indrajeet Singh confirmed the incident and stated that restoration work is ongoing. Relief teams are actively ensuring compensation for affected families.

Key Points: Sultanpur Storm: 7 Dead, 21 Injured, Power Grid Hit

  • 7 killed, 21 injured in Sultanpur storm
  • Over 50 transformers destroyed, power supply disrupted
  • District Magistrate confirms damage, restoration underway
  • Officials working for compensation and relief
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UP: 7 killed, 21 injured as powerful storm hits Sultanpur; power supply disrupted

A powerful storm in Uttar Pradesh's Sultanpur kills 7 and injures 21, destroying over 50 transformers and disrupting power supply. Relief efforts underway.

"Around 3 PM today, a very powerful storm struck, in which seven people were killed, and 21 others were injured. - District Magistrate Indrajeet Singh"

Sultanpur, April 30

A powerful storm struck the district on Wednesday, leaving seven people dead and 21 others injured.

The storm also caused widespread damage to the electricity infrastructure, destroying over 50 transformers and several power poles, leading to major disruptions in power supply.

District Magistrate Indrajeet Singh said that restoration work is underway and the electricity department has been mobilised to address the situation.

Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Singh said, "Around 3 PM today, a very powerful storm struck, in which seven people were killed, and 21 others were injured. The storm also disrupted the power supply, destroying more than 50 transformers and several poles. The electricity department is taking action in this matter."

He added that officials are working around the clock to ensure compensation for the affected families, with all teams actively engaged in relief efforts.

"We are working around the clock for compensation. The entire team is active," he added.

- ANI

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Michael C
This is tragic. Seven lives lost to a storm in April. I hope the authorities are able to get the relief and compensation out quickly, and that power is restored soon for the affected areas.
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Nisha Z
इतने सारे ट्रांसफार्मर खराब हो गए, इसका मतलब बिजली विभाग को पहले से तैयारी रखनी चाहिए थी। मौसम विभाग ने भी शायद पहले चेतावनी नहीं दी। क्या हो रहा है हमारे देश में? जल्द से जल्द काम करें अधिकारी।
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Arjun K
Sad to hear about the loss of lives. Nature's fury can be devastating. But I appreciate the District Magistrate's quick response. Hope the compensation reaches families without delay. 🌪️🇮🇳
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Priya S
यह बहुत दुखद है। हर साल ऐसी घटनाएं होती हैं लेकिन शायद हम कभी सबक नहीं लेते। बिजली का बुनियादी ढांचा इतना कमजोर है कि एक तूफान में 50 से अधिक ट्रांसफार्मर खराब हो जाते हैं। सरकार को इस पर तुरंत ध्यान देना चाहिए। 🙏
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Jessica F

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