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Gas Cylinder Explosion in Gopalganj Leaves 20+ Severely Burned
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 10:16 PM
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A sudden fire in a gas cylinder during diya lighting in Safiyabad village, Gopalganj district, triggered a massive explosion, leaving more than 20 people, mainly women and children, severely burned.
A gas cylinder caught fire while people were lighting diyas in Safiyabad village, Gopalganj district, leading to a violent explosion that severely burned over 20 residents.
The incident occurred in the Bakunathpur police station area, where the cylinder was reportedly being handled for household use. The sudden blaze caused the cylinder to explode, sending shards of metal and flames across the village.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, treating more than 20 victims, many of whom were women and children. Several were admitted to nearby hospitals with severe burn injuries.
Local police have taken control of the site and are investigating the cause of the fire, while authorities urge residents to exercise caution when handling gas cylinders during festivals.
The incident occurred in the Bakunathpur police station area, where the cylinder was reportedly being handled for household use. The sudden blaze caused the cylinder to explode, sending shards of metal and flames across the village.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, treating more than 20 victims, many of whom were women and children. Several were admitted to nearby hospitals with severe burn injuries.
Local police have taken control of the site and are investigating the cause of the fire, while authorities urge residents to exercise caution when handling gas cylinders during festivals.