A map of Uttar Pradesh Google MapsThe maximum 41 people were injured in Mainpuri districtAt least 19 people were killed and 48 injured due to dust storms and lightning in various parts of Uttar Pradesh, the state relief commissioner said on Friday. "While six people died in Mainpuri, three each died in Etah and Kasganj, and one each in Moradabad, Badaun, Pilibhit, Mathura, Kannauj, Sambhal, and Ghaziabad in incidents related to dust storms and lightning," official data released by the UP relief commissioner said. Different parts of the state witnessed dust storms late on Thursday evening, with trees being uprooted and walls collapsing, reports India Today. Report: Different parts of Uttar Pradesh witnessed dust storms late on June 6 resulting in trees being uprooted and walls collapsing.https://t.co/esoJ6NLAy7 — TIMES NOW (@TimesNow) June 7, 2019The highest 41 people were injured in Mainpuri district. "Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the officials to take all necessary measures to provide relief to the affected persons.

Source: Dhaka Tribune June 07, 2019 11:37 UTC