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The deceased has been identified as Pramod Shetty (24), son of Babanna Shetty and Baby Shetty.
He had reportedly been on a phone call on his mobile phone in the house courtyard when the lightning struck. Seriously injured, Pramod was rushed to a hospital in Brahmavara but died on the way there.
Pramod had been working in a clothing store in Brahmavara after completing his education. He is survived by his parents and two brothers.