Kozhikode, May 12 -- Four students died after being struck by lightning, while three others were injured, at Mankada in Kerala's Malappuram district.
The deceased have been identified as Rahees (20), Vahas (18), Siad (18) and Fahad (19), all natives of Vellila.
Three others were injured and are currently undergoing treatment at the Manjeri Medical College Hospital.
The tragedy occurred on Tuesday afternoon at the Panthalloor Hills View Point (also referred to as Kuranganchola or Vellila View Point) during heavy summer rains.
A group of seven students had reportedly gone to the hilltop to spend the evening when they were caught in an unexpected downpour accompanied by intense lightning.
The injured were immediately admitted to Manjeri M...