Doda, Sept 07: A lightning strike in Dulchi Dhar Shingni area of Gandoh subdivision in Doda district killed 10 buffaloes belonging to a local farmer, officials said on Sunday.
The incident occurred during heavy rainfall, causing major loss to the farmer identified as Kasham Din.
Villagers said the livestock loss has pushed the family into financial distress and appealed to the Jammu and Kashmir government for immediate compensation.
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Officials said the matter has been taken up with the concerned department, and assessment of losses is being carried out.(KNS).