Gujarat: Firecracker factory in Banaskantha claims 17 lives

DN Bureau

As per preliminary information, a blast at the factory, located in an industrial area, led to a fire and collapse of parts of the building, leaving several persons trapped in the rubble. Read further on Dynamite News:

Visual from the explosion spot
Visual from the explosion spot


Palanpur: Seventeen persons were killed after a blast at a firecrackers factory in Banaskantha district on Tuesday, officials said.

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The incident took place at the unit located near Deesa town.

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As per preliminary information, a blast at the factory, located in an industrial area, led to a fire and collapse of parts of the building, leaving several persons trapped in the rubble, Sub Divisional Magistrate, Deesa, Neha Panchal said.










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