A severe weather system including heavy rain and a dust storm strikes Uttar Pradesh, killing at least 33 people across five districts, according to officials. The deaths are reported from Bhadohi, Fatehpur, Budaun, Chandauli and Sonbhadra, with detailed figures cited for each district. The storm damages homes and infrastructure, with reports of uprooted trees, fallen electricity poles and damaged houses. Rescue and relief efforts face disruptions because severe conditions and damage also interfere with communications, including mobile network disruptions in affected areas.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath orders immediate relief measures for affected families, including compensation for losses linked to unseasonal rain, thunderstorms and lightning. District authorities are tasked with expediting assistance and surveying the extent of damage. Damage assessments are underway, including impacts to crops, livestock and residences. Officials say restoration and rescue operations are being carried out despite the challenges posed by the weather.
Rescue work and relief distribution are directed to be completed on an accelerated timeline in line with the state’s instructions.
