Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed his grief over the death of three persons due to lightning strikes in Duandihi village of Khaliapalli Gram Panchayat under Padampur block in Bargarh District.
Expressing deep condolences to the bereaved families, the CM also announced ex-gratia assistance of Rs 4 lakh each to the next of kin of the deceased.
Along with this, the Chief Minister directed the district administration to ensure proper medical treatment for the seriously injured persons.
Majhi wished them a speedy recovery.