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At least 104 people have lost their lives across Uttar Pradesh in India due to relentless rain, lightning, and thunderstorms in various parts of the state over the past 36 to 48 hours, reported ANI, quoting Uttar Pradesh Relief Commissioner Harikesh Bhaskar on Thursday. According to the press release, information regarding loss of human lives, livestock loss, and crop damage has come from 19 districts, including Barabanki, Bahraich, Kanpur Dehat, Basti, Sambhal, Hardoi, and Unnao. Additionally, 130 livestock (both large and small) have perished, and 98 houses have sustained damage. Bhaskar added that continuous monitoring is being conducted, and the 24-hour Integrated Control and Command Centre remains fully operational. Earlier in the day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed state officials to provide immediate assistance to victims of the recent storms and lightning. The Chief Minister has ordered the prompt release of compensation following reports of casualties and property damage over the last 24 hours.
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