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Lightning strike on Gurupadgiri Hill near Gaya kills one, injures 24
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 02:33 PM
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A lightning bolt hit Gurupadgiri Hill in Gaya district, Bihar, killing one person and wounding 24 others, police said.
A sudden lightning strike hit Gurupadgiri Hill, located in the Gaya district of Bihar, resulting in one fatality and 24 injuries, according to local police officials. The incident occurred while people were present on the hill, though the exact time of the strike has not been disclosed.
Emergency services rushed to the site, providing first aid and transporting the injured to nearby hospitals. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the event and to assess any safety measures needed for the area.
Police spokesperson confirmed that the deceased was a resident of the district, while the injured include both locals and visitors. The district administration has urged residents to exercise caution during thunderstorms and to avoid high ground until weather conditions improve.
Emergency services rushed to the site, providing first aid and transporting the injured to nearby hospitals. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the event and to assess any safety measures needed for the area.
Police spokesperson confirmed that the deceased was a resident of the district, while the injured include both locals and visitors. The district administration has urged residents to exercise caution during thunderstorms and to avoid high ground until weather conditions improve.