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Five dead as firecracker factory blast rocks Bihar, rescue teams on site
✍️ India Today
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 06:01 AM
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An explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Bihar killed five people, and emergency crews are conducting rescue operations.
A firecracker factory in Bihar erupted in a violent blast on Tuesday, leaving five people dead, officials said. The explosion was reported in the early hours, and thick smoke was seen rising from the site, prompting immediate alarm among nearby residents.
State emergency services, along with police and fire personnel, rushed to the location to carry out rescue and recovery work. Teams are sifting through the debris to locate any survivors and to retrieve the bodies of the deceased. The operation continues throughout the day as authorities assess the extent of the damage.
The incident has revived concerns over safety standards in small‑scale pyrotechnic units, especially ahead of the upcoming festive season when demand for fireworks spikes. Local officials have urged manufacturers to adhere strictly to licensing norms and to implement robust safety measures.
The district administration has launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the blast and to hold accountable any lapses in compliance. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
State emergency services, along with police and fire personnel, rushed to the location to carry out rescue and recovery work. Teams are sifting through the debris to locate any survivors and to retrieve the bodies of the deceased. The operation continues throughout the day as authorities assess the extent of the damage.
The incident has revived concerns over safety standards in small‑scale pyrotechnic units, especially ahead of the upcoming festive season when demand for fireworks spikes. Local officials have urged manufacturers to adhere strictly to licensing norms and to implement robust safety measures.
The district administration has launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the blast and to hold accountable any lapses in compliance. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.