Madhya Pradesh: 2 killed, several injured in Dewas firecracker factory blast

At least two persons were killed and more than 12 others were injured after an explosion at a firecracker factory in the Tonk Kalan area of Madhya Pradesh’s Dewas on Thursday, police said.The injured were taken to the drict hospital for treatment. (ANI)Fire brigade teams are working to douse the flames, and the adminration has confirmed two deaths, though locals say the toll is higher.The injured were taken to the drict hospital for treatment.According to police officers, the blast was so severe that people were flung far away, and near houses experienced tremors.The drict collector and police officers reached the site and launched rescue operation.More than 200 workers, including women, were employed at the factory. Villagers alleged that the unit was operating illegally and that authorities had failed to act despite repeated complaints.Madhya Pradesh chief miner said on X, “The news of several casualties in the explosion at a firecracker factory in Tonk Kala, Dewas drict, is heart-wrenching. I have directed the drict in-charge and Deputy Chief Miner Jagdish Devda ji, the Home Secretary, and senior officials to reach the incident site. Orders for an investigation into the incident have also been issued. Instructions have been given to provide financial assance of ₹4 lakh each from the state government to the families of the deceased and to ensure free treatment for the injured. I pray to Baba Mahakal for peace for the departed souls, strength for the grieving families to bear their sorrow, and swift recovery for those injured in the accident.”