Bihar: Teenager Killed by Lightning While Seeking Shelter Under Mango Tree

✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar 🗓 29 Jun 2026, 02:01 PM 👁 1

A 15-year-old girl died in Bihar's Munger district after being struck by lightning while taking shelter under a mango tree during rainfall. She was declared dead at the hospital.

A tragic incident occurred in Dhauri village, under Harpur police station limits in Munger district, where a 15-year-old girl named Sandhya Kumari lost her life. The incident took place when she had taken shelter under a mango tree to escape the rain.

Tragically, a bolt of lightning struck the tree, hitting the girl. Despite efforts, she could not be saved. Medical professionals at the hospital confirmed her death upon arrival.

The incident highlights the dangers posed by lightning strikes during monsoon season, especially when individuals seek refuge under tall trees.