6 killed in lightning strike in Tamil Nadu, CM Stalin announces ex-gratia for next of kin

Six people died in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday due to lightning. CM MK Stalin has announced ex-gratia for the next of kin of those who died.

CM Stalin expressed condolences to the families of the deceased. (Photo: Representative Image)

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday announced Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those killed in lightning strikes in Virudhunagar and Kallakurichi districts.

A total of six people died of electrocution due to lightning on Wednesday evening.

Chief Minister MK Stalin also expressed condolences to the families of the deceased.