Rain, hailstorm in parts of U.P.; CM Adityanath directs officials to expedite relief measures
The Hindu
Unseasonal rains and hailstorm in Uttar Pradesh leave two dead, prompt relief operations directed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
Rains accompanied by hailstorm and lightning lashed some parts of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (April 10, 2025), leaving two persons dead, officials said.
State capital Lucknow was among the places which received rains.
Additional District Magistrate (ADM) of Firozabad Vishu Raja said two people were killed due to lightning in the district.
A 30-year-old pregnant woman Lalita Devi was killed after being stuck by lightning in Daulatpur village OF Narkhi area, while a 32-year-old man identified as Padav Veer Singh was killed in Chinari village of Jasrana area.
He said family members of the deceased will be given financial assistance. Taking note of the unseasonal rains and hailstorm, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials of the affected districts to carry out relief operations with full urgency and preparedness.
The Chief Minister instructed district authorities to visit the affected areas, closely monitor relief efforts, and ensure immediate assistance to those impacted by the adverse weather conditions, an official statement issued in Lucknow said.
He directed that a detailed assessment of crop damage be conducted and a report be submitted to the State Government promptly.
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