Key Points

Lightning struck four farmers in Agar Malwa, killing two cousins instantly. Heavy rains paralyzed 25 MP districts, flooding homes and collapsing a house in Raisen. The Met Department warns of continued downpours in vulnerable areas. Emergency teams are on standby as authorities urge caution in flood-prone zones.

Key Points: Lightning Kills 2 Farmers in MP as Heavy Rains Lash 25 Districts

  • Lightning kills 2 farmers tilling fields in Agar Malwa
  • Heavy rains cause waterlogging, house collapse in Raisen
  • 25 districts on alert for more downpours
  • Emergency teams deployed amid flood risks
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Madhya Pradesh: 2 killed in lightning strikes; heavy rains likely in some areas

Two cousins die in Agar Malwa lightning strike, while heavy rains disrupt life across Madhya Pradesh, triggering alerts in 25 districts.

"Laxman and Kamal died on the spot while Man Singh and Vishal received injuries – Kesar Rajput, Susner Police"

Bhopal, June 26

In a tragic incident in Lolki village of Agar Malwa district, lightning struck four young farmers working in the fields. Two cousins, Kamal Singh aged 33 and Lakhan a.k.a Laxman Singh aged 30, lost their lives on the spot.

The other two, Man Singh and Vishal Patidar, both 25, suffered serious burn injuries and are under treatment. Agar Malwa, district hospital Speaking to IANS, Susner police station incharge, Kesar Rajput said, “all the four were in their fields for tilling. Laxman and Kamal – who were close relatives died on spot. Man Singh and Vishal received injuries and have been admitted to district hospital Agar Malwa".

Heavy rains continued to lash Madhya Pradesh on Thursday, bringing significant disruptions across at least 25 districts and triggering a series of weather-related incidents. Indore experienced a dramatic weather shift in the afternoon, when skies turned dark and heavy rainfall reduced visibility.

Vidisha witnessed waterlogging in several low-lying areas, while parts of Jabalpur saw rainwater entering homes.

In Begamganj, located in Raisen district, a kutcha house collapsed under the impact of heavy rains, trapping a family of five. Local residents quickly came to their aid, rescuing all members, including a couple and their three children.

All are currently hospitalised, the police officials said. Due to the shutdown of Sultanganj Road in Begamganj, nearly 50 villages have become cut off from the town.

Other districts such as Sagar, Ratlam, Chhindwara, Bhopal, Khandwa, Dhar, Mandsaur, Betul, Guna, Gwalior, and Narmadapuram also received widespread showers.

Jabalpur recorded 1.7 inches of rain, while Sagar and Ratlam saw 1.25 inches each. The rainfall brought a noticeable dip in daytime temperatures across the state.

The state Meteorological Department has issued a continued rainfall alert for 25 districts, including Neemuch, Mandsaur, Jhabua, Alirajpur, Ashoknagar, Agar-Malwa, Dewas, Sehore, and Damoh.

The alert suggests the potential for heavy downpours in these areas in the coming hours. Fifteen additional districts, including Anuppur, Barwani, Khargone, Morena, and Tikamgarh, are expected to receive light to moderate thundershowers.

Rainfall has also been forecast for Rewa, Sidhi, Singrauli, and parts of Seoni and Maihar. Authorities have urged citizens to remain cautious, particularly in flood-prone and lightning-sensitive regions, as weather systems remain active over central India. Emergency services have been put on alert to respond swiftly to any untoward situations.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
Very sad news about the farmers. Lightning strikes are becoming more frequent these days. Government should install lightning arresters in vulnerable rural areas. My heartfelt condolences to the families 🙏
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Priya M.
This is heartbreaking! Farmers already face so many challenges and now nature's fury. The administration must provide proper compensation to the victims' families. Also, why aren't weather alerts reaching these farmers in time??
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Amit S.
MP weather has been crazy this year! First heatwave now heavy rains. Climate change is real folks. Authorities need better disaster management plans - waterlogging in cities shows poor drainage systems. Stay safe everyone!
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Sunita R.
So tragic 😢 These poor farmers were just trying to earn their livelihood. We urban people complain about rain disrupting our commute, but imagine losing your life to it. Hope the injured recover soon. MP government should conduct lightning awareness programs in villages.
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Vikram J.
While the immediate relief is important, we need long-term solutions. IMD should improve their localized weather predictions. Also, why aren't farmers using lightning alert apps? Maybe govt should make them mandatory during monsoon. My prayers for the departed souls.

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