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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced financial aid for families affected by a tragic lightning incident. He expressed deep condolences for the three lives lost in Katihar district. The CM has directed officials to provide Rs 4 lakh compensation to each bereaved family. He also appealed to citizens to exercise caution and follow weather advisories during severe conditions.

Key Points: Nitish Kumar Announces Rs 4 Lakh Ex-Gratia for Katihar Lightning Victims

  • Lightning strike in Katihar's Kursela killed three people on Saturday
  • CM announced Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia for each victim's family
  • Nitish Kumar urged public to follow disaster management advisories
  • Earlier in July, 19 people died in lightning strikes across Bihar
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Bihar: CM Nitish Kumar announces ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh for kin of 3 dead in lightning strike

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar grants Rs 4 lakh compensation to families of 3 lightning strike victims in Katihar, urges public caution during severe weather.

"The death of 3 people due to a lightning strike in Kursela of Katihar district is tragic. - Nitish Kumar"

Patna, September 7

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a financial compensation of Rs 4 lakh each for the families of the three victims of the lightning strike in Kursela of Katihar district in Bihar.

The incident occured on Saturday, when a lightning strike in Katihar killed three people.

Sharing an X post, Nitish Kumar mourned the deaths and wrote, "The death of 3 people due to a lightning strike in Kursela of Katihar district is tragic. Instructions have been given to provide four lakh rupees each as ex-gratia grant to the families of the deceased."

He asked the public to exercise caution amid bad weather and comply with the advisories issued by the Disaster Management Department.

He wrote, "An appeal to the people is that everyone should exercise full caution in bad weather. Comply with the suggestions issued from time to time by the Disaster Management Department for protection from lightning strikes. Stay indoors and stay safe during bad weather."

Earlier in July, at least 19 people lost their lives due to lightning strikes across 10 districts of Bihar, according to officials.

Back then, CM Nitish Kumar had expressed deep condolences and granted ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of the deceased.

The Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has expressed deep condolences on the death of 05 persons in Nalanda, 04 in Vaishali, 02 in Banka, 02 in Patna, 01 in Sheikhpura, 01 in Aurangabad, 01 in Samastipur, 01 in Nawada, 01 in Jamui and 01 in Jehanabad due to lightning in the last 24 hours, as per the letter posted on X.

The Chief Minister said that he is with the affected families in this hour of disaster. The Chief Minister had directed the immediate provision of ex-gratia grants of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of the deceased.

- ANI

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Priya S
Rs 4 lakh compensation is helpful but can never replace a lost family member. The government needs better awareness campaigns in rural areas about lightning safety. Many farmers work in open fields without proper shelter.
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Michael C
While the compensation is important, I hope the administration ensures this money actually reaches the affected families without delays or middlemen. Transparency in distribution is crucial.
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Sneha F
Heartbreaking to read about these incidents. In our village, we've started using mobile alerts for weather warnings. The government should promote such systems statewide. Stay safe everyone! âš¡
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Aman W
The CM's advisory is good but needs to reach the grassroots level. Many people in remote areas don't have access to weather updates. Community radio or local announcements could help.
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Jessica F
It's concerning that this keeps happening. With climate change, extreme weather events are increasing. Bihar needs a comprehensive disaster management plan, not just reactive compensation.

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