National Lightning Safety Workshop Held in Odisha
National Lightning Safety Workshop Held in Odisha
IN · Published Oct 26, 2026
• The Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) hosted a two-day National Workshop on Lightning Safety in Bhubaneswar, focusing on strategies to reduce lightning-related deaths and damage.
• The event brought together experts from leading scientific, technical, and academic institutions, including IMD, IITM, and NRSC, to discuss advancements in lightning detection, monitoring, and forecasting.

Impact & Risks

Lightning poses a significant threat to vulnerable groups, including farmers, agricultural laborers, and outdoor workers, who are often exposed to severe weather conditions. The workshop aimed to address these risks by improving forecasting and early warning dissemination. Enhanced safety measures and risk assessments are expected to reduce fatalities and injuries caused by lightning strikes. The event also underscored the importance of community-level interventions to protect lives and property.

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