Tornado Hits Odisha's Mayurbhanj District, Causing Damage and Injuries

A powerful tornado struck Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, particularly affecting Kia and Kankada villages, damaging over 70 houses and injuring at least 17 people, with some in critical condition. The storm uprooted trees and electric poles, disrupted power, and swept vehicles off roads, including an auto-rickshaw into a pond. Local authorities are assessing damage and initiating relief, with the state government announcing ex-gratia payments for the deceased families. Tornadoes are rare but occasionally occur in the region during pre-monsoon.