Severe thunderstorms from season's first Kalabaisakhi ripped through Odisha,killing at least three and injuring many more . Lightning,high winds hammered several districts. Jajpur, Bhadrak,Mayurbhanj took hardest hits .
In Jajpur, tragedy struck Gundilo village in Patapura panchayat of Dharmasala block. Local farmer Sangram Nayak died when lightning hit as he worked fields . Nearby,a 10-year-old boy also killed by lightning,locals confirmed.
Bhadrak district saw similar devastation. A man fatally struck by lightning in Bhandagan village on way home from cowshed,umbrella in hand. A harsh reminder of weather's deadly force .
Mayurbhanj district lost another to storm. Kasturimani Singh from Sankhabanga village also fell to lightning. Two others injured,rushed to Community Health Centre at Sirsa for treatment.
Kalabaisakhi system unleashed heavy rain,strong winds,frequent lightning across northern,coastal regions . India Meteorological Department warned districts like Jajpur, Bhadrak,Mayurbhanj are especially at risk this time of year.
State now grapples with storm's aftermath. Local authorities assess damage,provide aid to affected families. These tragic events...seasonal risks loom large in Odisha .
