Nearly 90 people killed as storm and rain batter Uttar Pradesh; relief work under way

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A severe storm and heavy rainfall in Uttar Pradesh have resulted in nearly 90 fatalities, prompting urgent relief efforts. The local government has instructed officials to ensure rapid assistance and verification of incidents.

The Relief Commissioner’s office said all divisional commissioners and district magistrates have been directed to verify the incidents “with full sensitivity” and ensure financial assistance is distributed within 24 hours