AMN/ WEB DESK
At least 22 people were killed and more than five injured in rain-related incidents and lightning across Nalanda, Jehanabad, Muzaffarpur, Araria, and Begusarai districts today.
Nalanda reported the highest casualties, with 18 deaths, while nine people died and five others were injured at a temple in Bihar Sharif when a wall collapsed. Casualties were also reported in Islampur, Silao, Rahui, and Giriyak blocks.
AIR’s Patna correspondent, quoting official sources, reports that 42 people have died so far in the last 24 hours due to lightning and rain-related incidents in the state. The Met Department has issued a 48-hour warning for more rain and thunderstorms.