Bhubaneswar: A 40-year-old woman reportedly died after a wall collapsed in Jenapur village under Astaranga block in Puri district due to the impact of Cyclone Arnab. Strong winds and heavy rainfall associated with the cyclone triggered the tragic incident.
The deceased has been identified as Lobhamati Muduli.
According to reports, a tree near the kitchen fell onto a brick wall because of the intense winds, causing the kitchen wall to suddenly collapse. Lobhamati, who was cooking at the time, was trapped under the debris and sustained serious injuries. She was first shifted from the accident site to Charichhak Hospital in a critical condition and later taken to Capital Hospital, where doctors declared her dead.
The tragic accident has cast a shadow of grief over the local area. Villagers have demanded that the government provide immediate assistance to the family of the deceased.
