Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and has also directed the district authorities to give a compensation of Rs 4 lakh to each affected family.

He assured the affected families of assistance in this difficult time and urged the public to remain alert during adverse weather conditions.

On July 1, two people died in Aurangabad, one in Buxar, one in Bhojpur, one in Rohtas, one in Bhagalpur and one in Darbhanga due to lightning.

On July 3, one person died in Bhagalpur, one in East Champaran, one in Darbhanga and one in Nawada due to lightning.

On July 6, three people died in Jehanabad, two in Madhepura, one in East Champaran, one in Rohtas, one in Saran and one in Supaul due to lightning.

On July 7, five people died in Kaimur, three in Nawada, two in Rohtas and one each in Aurangabad, Jamui and Saharsa districts due to lightning.