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Bee Attack Injures Seven Senior Officials in Uttar Pradesh, ADM in Critical Condition

Officials inspecting a water supply system in Lalitpur were attacked by a swarm of bees, with ADM Rajesh Srivastava requiring urgent care at Jhansi Medical College Hospital.

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The incident took place while the officials were on a multi-day visit to the district to review developmental projects and evaluate tourism potential. After inspecting the remains of the Dashavatara temple, the group proceeded towards the nearby Buddhist caves. (VIDEO GRAB)
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Overview

  • A swarm of bees attacked seven senior Uttar Pradesh government officials during an inspection of a piped water system in Devgarh village, Lalitpur, on May 25, 2025.
  • ADM Rajesh Srivastava sustained critical injuries after being stung by approximately 500 bees and is undergoing treatment at Jhansi Medical College Hospital.
  • The injured included officials such as CDO Kamalkant, Nayab Tehsildar Ghanendra Tiwari, and others, with villagers rushing to assist using blankets to shield against the bees.
  • Special Secretary Sunil Kumar Verma fled the scene at the onset of the attack, while CDO Kamalkant attempted to bury his face in soil but was still stung.
  • District Magistrate Akshay Tripathi has been closely monitoring the medical response, ensuring appropriate care for the injured officials.