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19 people have died due to lightning during heavy rains in 10 districts of Bihar recently. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has expressed deep condolences on this incident. He has appealed to the people to be very cautious in bad weather. Follow the suggestions issued from time to time by the Disaster Management Department. Stay indoors and stay safe during bad weather.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has also directed to give an assistance amount of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of the deceased. He said that he is with the affected families in this hour of disaster.
The death of 19 people due to lightning in 10 districts of the state is sad. I am with the affected families in this hour of disaster. Instructed to give an ex-gratia grant of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of the deceased immediately.
People are appealed to be very cautious during bad weather. Disaster Management Department from time to time
— Nitish Kumar (@NitishKumar) July 17, 2025
How many deaths in which district
Let us tell you that 5 people have died in Nalanda, 4 in Vaishali, 2 in Banka, 2 in Patna, 1 in Sheikhpura, 1 in Aurangabad, 1 in Samastipur, 1 in Nawada, 1 in Jamui and 1 in Jehanabad due to lightning.
The Chief Minister has asked the people of the state to take care of themselves and their families as well as animals during bad weather. He has appealed to the people of the state that everyone should be cautious during bad weather. Follow the suggestions given from time to time by the Disaster Management Department to protect against lightning during bad weather. Stay indoors if the weather is very bad.
IMD alert in Bihar
On the other hand, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert of heavy rain in entire Bihar. Along with heavy rains, lightning has also been warned. The water level of many rivers in the state is rising. Heavy rains are expected in Patna, Gaya, Purnia and other major cities.
The administration has asked those living on the banks of the river or in flood-prone areas to remain on high alert. The districts of Bihar where lightning has been predicted are Buxar, Kaimur, Rohtas, Aurangabad and Arwal.
