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Falling power pole kills at least six devotees in Bihar

8/18/2026

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A falling electricity pole at the Ashok Dham temple in Lakhisarai, Bihar, killed at least six people.
Senior police officer Shivam Kumar said officials suspect the pole caused electrocution and a stampede-like situation.
Police are investigating the incident among devotees observing a Hindu holy month.
At least five people were injured, with ambulances transporting bodies and rescuers carrying victims on stretchers.

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A falling electricity pole at the Ashok Dham temple in Lakhisarai, Bihar, killed at least six people.
Senior police officer Shivam Kumar said officials suspect the pole caused electrocution and a stampede-like situation.
Police are investigating the incident among devotees observing a Hindu holy month.
At least five people were injured, with ambulances transporting bodies and rescuers carrying victims on stretchers.