Andhra Pradesh: 5 killed due to explosion in cracker construction plant

National News: A fierce explosion occurred at a fireworks manufacturing plant on Sunday in Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh, killing five people and injuring seven others. The incident occurred at a fireworks manufacturing plant at Kailasapatnam in Kotavurtala division. The explosion occurred in the afternoon, causing a fire in the plant which spread rapidly. Eyewitnesses described the explosion as powerful, causing widespread panic in the surrounding area. People nearby appeared running away from the scene.

Casicated and injured

Five workers were killed in the blast, while seven others were seriously injured. The injured have been admitted to a hospital in Narasipatnam for treatment, where their condition is said to be critical. After the incident, police and emergency services teams reached the spot and started rescue work. The teams worked hard to evacuate people buried under the rubble and provide medical treatment to the injured.

Investigation continues

SP Tuhin Sinha of Anakapalli said that the police and the local administration took immediate action after the incident. An intensive investigation has been ordered to detect the cause of the explosion. The investigation will take the help of experts to find out whether the security protocol was violated.

Relief work & upcoming steps

The local administration has ordered a detailed inquiry to investigate the incident, in which relief work has been given priority. The fire has been controlled, but the investigation is still going on. The district administration has appreciated the officials involved in the rescue work and directed to investigate the incident.

Question on security protocol

This unfortunate incident has questioned the adherence to safety standards at fireworks manufacturing plants. The incident has highlighted the need to take strict steps to prevent such accidents in future. The local administration has assured that necessary steps will be taken to ensure strict adherence to security standards. The incident has created a wave of shock in the community, and a thorough investigation to detect the causes of the explosion and to prevent such incidents in future.