Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Jalaun Suresh Kumar said lightning struck Vijay Dohre (45) while he was working in a field leading to his death
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A farmer died while two others were seriously injured in a lightning strike in Chhani Ahir village of the Sirsa Police Station area here on Friday.
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Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Jalaun Suresh Kumar said lightning struck Vijay Dohre (45) while he was working in a field leading to his death.
Two other farmers named Surendra Singh and Devendra Singh working nearby were injured due to the lightning.
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They have been admitted to the Community Health Centre.
Officials rushed to the village on information, he said, adding that the victims will be provided compensation as per the rules.
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