Manoj Yadav, Korba. The series of lightning strikes continues in Chhattisgarh. 9 people have died in a week. Today, another tragic incident has happened in Korba district. A farmer has died due to lightning strike, while 3 others have been injured. The injured have been admitted to the hospital for treatment. This incident is from Chakamar village under Rajgamar outpost.
According to the information received, the deceased farmer has been identified as 35-year-old Anjor Singh. He was working in his peanut field, when suddenly he died due to lightning. There was a stir in the village after this incident. The injured were immediately admitted to the nearest hospital, where they are undergoing treatment. Let us tell you that the mood of the weather had changed in the district since this morning and lightning is striking along with heavy rain.
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