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Shillong: Lightning struck a football match in Meghalaya on Tuesday afternoon, killing two players and injuring eight. The tragedy hit at 3 pm in Mawsnapwir village within the West Khasi Hills district. Heavy rain preceded the strike.
The victims were 18-year-old Mickson Kshiar and his 19-year-old brother Cleverson Kshiar. Both men lived in Lawrapha village. They played for the Lawrapha team facing off against Marskuin when the bolt hit. The impact was sudden. Police confirmed the identities of the deceased shortly after the incident.
Eight other players suffered injuries during the strike. Emergency responders rushed the victims to Civil Hospital in Nongstoin and St. Joseph Hospital. Medical staff began treatment immediately. Police said, "further details regarding the condition of the injured were awaited."
Updated at 12th August 2026 at 10:01am
Authorities confirmed the incident took place on August 11. Officials based in Shillong handled the initial report of the event.
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