In one of the deadliest accidents at a fireworks factory in Tamil Nadu in recent times, 23 workers were killed, and eight others were injured in an explosion at Vanaja Fireworks Unit in Kattanarpatti near Virudhunagar on Sunday (April 19, 2026). A second explosion at the unit injured 17, including six policemen and four firemen. Rescuers and journalists, including this correspondent and his photographer colleague, who had gathered at the spot narrowly escaped unhurt.


Tamil Nadu: Explosion at a Firecracker Unit Kills at Least 23; PM Modi Expresses Grief

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Tamil Nadu: Explosion at a Firecracker Unit Kills at Least 23; PM Modi Expresses Grief