Chief Minister Nitish Kumar

Due to gales, lightning, and severe thunderstorms, 33 people have perished in 16 districts of Bihar. On May 20, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar provided financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh to the families of those who died. Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered his condolences over the tragedy. A "yellow" warning for lightning and thunderstorm activity has been issued by the Patna Meteorological Centre.