Tragic Lightning Strike Claims Teen's Life in Nagpur

A 15-year-old boy, Ujjwal Sunil Bhelave, died after being struck by lightning in the Bhilgaon area of Nagpur during a sudden storm. His friend, Devansh Kapurchand Pardhi, was injured and hospitalized. The incident occurred as the boys sought shelter under a tree during the rain.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Nagpur | Updated: 13-05-2026 21:43 IST | Created: 13-05-2026 21:43 IST
Tragic Lightning Strike Claims Teen's Life in Nagpur
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Tragedy struck in Nagpur's Bhilgaon area when a sudden storm led to the death of a teenager who was hit by lightning.

The incident, reported by local police, occurred around 5:45 pm on Hastinapur Road. Two boys, seeking refuge from the rain under a neem tree, were caught in the freak lightning strike.

Ujjwal Sunil Bhelave, a 15-year-old Class 10 student, was killed instantly. His friend, Devansh Kapurchand Pardhi, 14, was injured and is receiving treatment at a private hospital nearby.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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