Violent storm tears through India's most populous state, killing over 100
Officials said strong winds, hail and lightning damaged homes, power lines and transport links, with rescue teams treating 72 injured people.
- Over 100 people were killed in a violent storm with rain, hail, and lightning in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state.
- At least 104 people died due to falling trees, collapsing buildings, and lightning, while more than 50 were injured across the region.
- Deaths occurred in about 12 districts, with the area near the Hindu pilgrimage city Prayagraj being the worst affected.
- The state Chief Minister ordered officials to help survivors and provide financial aid within 24 hours.
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Violent thunderstorms struck Uttar Pradesh, the northern state of India. The death toll reported at least 111 deaths, including a miraculous man who gave a staggering testimony.
The Indian authorities have increased the number of victims after the devastating storms in the country's most populous state.
In northern India, around 100 people have died in a severe storm, AP reports. In a video from Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, a man who had sought shelter under a metal structure is seen following the building upwards.
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