Chilika, 2/9: A tragic incident has happened in Banpur police station area today . Two youths have been reportedly killed in lightning strikes . The deceased were identified as Ranjat Ranasingh (22) of Niladri Prasad Panchayat Arang village and Amar Sabar (12) of Damia Barabara Panchayat Kadamjhola village.
According to reports, there was a thunderstorm in Banpur area this afternoon. At that time, Ranjat was with his three friends in Arang Village, when they were all struck by lightning. However, Ranjat died on the spot. Similarly, Amar was also struck by lightning when he was standing on the village road at the time of rain.
The family took him to Banpur CHC in critical condition where doctor declared him brought dead. Banpur Block Chairman Amarendra Ranasingh and Banpur Police are present at the medical premises. However, Ranjat’s two friends are being treated at the medical .
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