Lawyer Dies After Tree Fall in Sitamarhi, Family Alleges Negligence

A 35-year-old lawyer, Vakil Baitha, died and three family members were seriously injured on Thursday evening when a Peepal tree fell on them in Rampur Parori village, Dumra block, Sitamarhi district, Bihar. The incident occurred around 6:30 pm.

Details of the Incident

Vakil Baitha, who was disabled from birth, was with his father, Shivdhari Baitha, mother, and brother, Pankaj Baitha, near an old Peepal tree when it suddenly collapsed. Baitha died at the scene, even as his family members sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving treatment at a private clinic in Sitamarhi.

Allegations of Negligence

Santosh Baitha, the deceased’s brother, has accused the forest department of negligence. He stated that the family had repeatedly informed the forest department and village public representatives about the dangerous condition of the tree, but no action was taken. He believes that timely intervention could have prevented the tragedy.

Location and Regional Information

Rampur Parori is a village in Dumra Block, Sitamarhi District, Bihar, belonging to the Tirhut Division. The village’s pincode is 843302. It is located approximately 4 kilometers south of Dumra and 3 kilometers from Sitamarhi district headquarters. OneFiveNine and VillageInfo.in provide further details about the village.

Weather Conditions

As of Friday, March 6, 2026, the weather in Sitamarhi is 33.0°C and clear, with 18% humidity and a southeasterly wind speed of 3.74 m/s. The forecast for the next five days indicates continued clear skies with temperatures ranging from 19.8°C to 36.9°C. OneFiveNine provides this weather information.

Population and Demographics

According to the 2011 Census, Rampur Parori had a total population of 5,700, comprising 3,012 males and 2,688 females. The village covers a geographical area of 358 hectares. VillageInfo.in provides this demographic data.