Three children were killed and two were severely injured in a fire caused by a firecracker explosion in the Howrah district of the Indian state of West Bengal on Friday (Nov 1).

Three children were killed and two were severely injured in a fire caused by a firecracker explosion in the Howrah district of the Indian state of West Bengal on Friday (Nov 1). Police said the incident took place in Uluberia’s Bazarpara area of the district. The victims were identified as 14-year-old Tania Mistry, 6-year-old Ishaan Dhara, and 8-year-old Mumtaz Khatun. Police said the blast erupted when some residents, along with children, were bursting firecrackers in ward number 27 of Uluberia municipality. The sparks ignited more firecrackers that were kept nearby, causing a blaze. The blaze led to a cylinder explosion in the adjacent house, and all the family members, including the killed children, were trapped. As two fire tenders reached the spot and the children were taken to hospital, doctors at Uluberia Medical College and Hospital declared them dead. According to a report by Indian Express, the West Bengal Fire Services Minister Sujit Bose expressed “deep sorrow” over the incident, saying, “It is tragic. I will visit the area.” The state's Union Minister for Education and Bengal BJP chief Sukanta Majumdar demanded a “thorough investigation” into the incident, the report said. Majumdar said, "This incident is heartbreaking amid Diwali festivities. In this situation, I am standing with their bereaved parents and family members. I humbly request the administration to stand with the families. At the same time, I demand a full investigation from the administration.” Sorrow and agony covered the town after the incident. (With inputs from agencies)

3 children killed in firecrackers blast in West Bengal's Howrah

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At least eight people, including three women, were found dead and several others were reported injured after an explosion in a warehouse of a firecracker factory in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, on Saturday (July 29), said Officials. The sudden explosion has also damaged houses and some shops near the unit, according to local media reports.&nbsp;

<h2>What do we know about the incident?</h2>

The explosion is said to have occurred in the firecracker manufacturing warehouse in the Pazhayapettai area of the district. The blaze due to the explosion also spread to nearby shops and houses, said the Krishnagiri Superintendant of Police Saroj Kumar Thakur, as per ANI.&nbsp;

“As many as seven people have been declared dead and few others injured have been taken to a nearby government hospital for treatment,” said Thakur. The police official later revised the death toll to eight after one more person died in the mishap, reported ANI.&nbsp;

Images and videos from the site show police and fire services personnel on the spot while rescue efforts are said to be underway. The cause of the explosion was not immediately known. 
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The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and said, “Deeply saddened by the tragic mishap at a cracker factory in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, resulting in the loss of precious lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this extremely difficult time. May the injured recover soon.”

The Indian PM also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2,00,000 ($2,431) from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased. Additionally, those injured will be given Rs 50,000 ($608), said Modi.&nbsp;

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also took to the microblogging platform and said, “Deeply saddened to know about the tragic fire accident in a crackers factory in Krishnagiri (Tamil Nadu). I extend my sincerest condolences to the family members of the deceased and pray for the speedy recovery of those injured.” 
 
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At least eight people, including three women, were found dead and several others were reported injured after an explosion in a warehouse of a firecracker factory in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, on Saturday (July 29), said Officials.

At least eight people, including three women, were found dead and several others were reported injured after an explosion in a warehouse of a firecracker factory in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, on Saturday (July 29), said Officials. The sudden explosion has also damaged houses and some shops near the unit, according to local media reports. What do we know about the incident? The explosion is said to have occurred in the firecracker manufacturing warehouse in the Pazhayapettai area of the district. The blaze due to the explosion also spread to nearby shops and houses, said the Krishnagiri Superintendant of Police Saroj Kumar Thakur, as per ANI. “As many as seven people have been declared dead and few others injured have been taken to a nearby government hospital for treatment,” said Thakur. The police official later revised the death toll to eight after one more person died in the mishap, reported ANI. Images and videos from the site show police and fire services personnel on the spot while rescue efforts are said to be underway. The cause of the explosion was not immediately known. STORY | Visuals from Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu where eight people died after an explosion at a firecracker unit. READ: https://t.co/eadAyYnu2R VIDEO: pic.twitter.com/GE8Qsjwyvb — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 29, 2023 × Indian PM and Home Minister express condolences The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and said, “Deeply saddened by the tragic mishap at a cracker factory in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, resulting in the loss of precious lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this extremely difficult time. May the injured recover soon.” The Indian PM also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2,00,000 ($2,431) from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each deceased. Additionally, those injured will be given Rs 50,000 ($608), said Modi. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also took to the microblogging platform and said, “Deeply saddened to know about the tragic fire accident in a crackers factory in Krishnagiri (Tamil Nadu). I extend my sincerest condolences to the family members of the deceased and pray for the speedy recovery of those injured.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

India: At least 8 people killed, several injured in explosion at firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu

In a horrific incident, around 10 persons including a 5-year-old girl were killed and as many as 15 persons sustained critical burn injuries following an explosion at a firecracker factory at Bahabalpur village in Odisha under Sadar police station in the district on Wednesday afternoon. 
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According to sources, the incident took place around 4 pm today while around 30 workers were preparing firecrackers at the factory in the village for Diwali to be celebrated tomorrow. 
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Suddenly the crackers exploded causing the death of many on the spot. The injured persons were rushed to the nearby hospital. 
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Being informed about the incident, ambulance and fire officials rushed to the spot and started the rescue operation. 
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The death toll in the mishap likely to increase, the source informed.

The explosion took place while the workers were making the firecrackers.

In a horrific incident, around 10 persons including a 5-year-old girl were killed and as many as 15 persons sustained critical burn injuries following an explosion at a firecracker factory at Bahabalpur village in Odisha under Sadar police station in the district on Wednesday afternoon. According to sources, the incident took place around 4 pm today while around 30 workers were preparing firecrackers at the factory in the village for Diwali to be celebrated tomorrow. Suddenly the crackers exploded causing the death of many on the spot. The injured persons were rushed to the nearby hospital. Being informed about the incident, ambulance and fire officials rushed to the spot and started the rescue operation. The death toll in the mishap likely to increase, the source informed.

Odisha: 10 killed, 15 critical in firecracker explosion