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Three children and a woman were killed and six others injured after being struck by lightning in Arunachal Pradesh on Monday, an official said.
The tragedy occurred at Gandhigram village in Vijaynagar area under Changlang district.
The deceased have been identified as Jalina Yobin, 12, Chanisa Yobin, 14, Chathiya Yobin, 13, and Shalida Yobin, 38 (all female).
Out of six injured, one is said to be in very critical condition warranting immediate air evacuation for further treatment.
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