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Crime
Four killed in blast at Siwan firecracker factory, casualties feared
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 09:31 PM
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A blast at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Siwan, Bihar, has killed four people and left officials fearing additional injuries.
A sudden explosion ripped through a firecracker factory in Siwan, Bihar, killing four workers on the spot. Rescue teams arrived quickly, but the intensity of the blast made it difficult to assess the full extent of injuries. Local authorities have warned that the number of casualties could rise as more victims are examined for hidden injuries.
Emergency medical services have been dispatched to the site, and the injured are being taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Police have cordoned off the area and are beginning an investigation to determine the cause of the blast, which is suspected to be related to the handling of explosive materials.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter safety checks at small-scale manufacturing units that produce fireworks, a sector that often operates with limited oversight. State officials are expected to review existing regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Emergency medical services have been dispatched to the site, and the injured are being taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Police have cordoned off the area and are beginning an investigation to determine the cause of the blast, which is suspected to be related to the handling of explosive materials.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter safety checks at small-scale manufacturing units that produce fireworks, a sector that often operates with limited oversight. State officials are expected to review existing regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.