Summary:
Lightning strikes near Jaipur`s Amer Fort claimed 16 lives, while more than 35 people were injured when lightning struck the watch tower in front of Amer Mahal in Jaipur.
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19 people, including seven children, died in separate incidents of lightning in Rajasthan`s Jaipur, Jhalawar and Dholpur districts on Sunday.
Police said that 21 people, including six children, were also injured in the incidents that took place in different districts of the state.
Lightning strikes near Jaipur`s Amer Fort claimed 16 lives, while more than 35 people were injured when lightning struck the watch tower in front of Amer Mahal in Jaipur.
Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has expressed grief over the deaths due to lightning in the state and has also announced financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh each to the kin of the deceased.
At least 16 killed in lightning at Jaipurs Amber Fort this evening.
More than 35 people were at the forts watchtower to enjoy themselves during rain.
This video is from a nearby rooftop.
@jaipur_police say death toll may rise.