Lucknow, May 24 -- In the wake of unexpected and extreme weather events, including unseasonal rainfall, strong winds, hailstorms and lightning, during the peak summer month
of May, the Uttar Pradesh government is stepping up its efforts to minimise damage and
safeguard lives and property across the state, official sources said here on Saturday.
Sources said that according to official data, nearly three dozen people lost their lives during the recent pre-monsoon showers, highlighting the growing unpredictability and severity of weather conditions.
"With the full monsoon season (June to September) still ahead, the government is adopting a proactive and comprehensive strategy to reduce disaster-related casualties and damage,"
they said....