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2-Year-Old Dies After Pop-Pop Crackers Burst in Mouth in Chhattisgarh
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🗓 14 Nov 2026, 12:02 PM
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A two‑year‑old boy died in Chhattisgarh after a pop‑pop cracker burst in his mouth, authorities say.
A two‑year‑old boy died in Chhattisgarh after a pop‑pop cracker exploded in his mouth, authorities said. The child was playing with the cracker when it burst, causing severe injuries. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but could not be revived.
Police have launched an inquiry into the incident and urged parents to keep children away from fireworks. The case highlights the dangers of unregulated fireworks, especially for young children.
The local health department has issued a warning about the risks of pop‑pop crackers, urging caregivers to supervise children closely during celebrations.
Police have launched an inquiry into the incident and urged parents to keep children away from fireworks. The case highlights the dangers of unregulated fireworks, especially for young children.
The local health department has issued a warning about the risks of pop‑pop crackers, urging caregivers to supervise children closely during celebrations.