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Crime
5 Dead, 10 Hurt as Fire Breaks Out at Illegal Firecracker Factory in Gujarat
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Jul 2026, 06:04 PM
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A blaze engulfed an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in Gujarat, killing five people and injuring ten others.
A fire erupted at an illegal firecracker unit in Gujarat, killing five people and injuring ten others. Emergency services responded to the blaze, which reportedly engulfed the premises. Authorities are investigating the incident and have not released details about the cause. The event underscores the dangers of unregulated firecracker production. Local officials have urged stricter enforcement of safety regulations.