Breaking: Father, daughter die after tree falls on bike in Jalandhar
Babushahi Bureau
Jalandhar (Punjab), June 28, 2026: A father and his 12-year-old daughter were killed after a tree uprooted during a storm fell on their motorcycle in Jalandhar on Sunday morning as sudden rain and strong winds swept across parts of Punjab.
The deceased have been identified as Kashmir alias Billa (40) and his daughter Sonali (12). The tragic incident occurred in Tode Saparai village in the Jalandhar Cantonment area while the two were travelling on a motorcycle.
The sudden change in weather brought rain to several districts, including Jalandhar, Pathankot, and parts of Ludhiana, accompanied by strong winds.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Centre, Chandigarh, issued a thunderstorm warning for parts of Mansa and Bathinda, forecasting winds of 40-60 kmph along with lightning until 2:48 pm. Weather conditions in Chandigarh remained clear at the time of the advisory.
Authorities have urged residents in affected areas to remain indoors during thunderstorms and avoid taking shelter under trees or near vulnerable structures.