A Deadly Blast happened at Sivakasi in a Firecracker Factory, 6 Dead, Several Injured

Jul 01, 2025 Komal Das

A massive explosion happened at a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu’s Sivakasi, claiming at least six lives, with several others injured

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The blast occurred at a private firecracker unit in Chinnakamanpatti near Sivakasi on Tuesday morning, causing panic and chaos in the area

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A huge fire was started by the explosion, and thick smoke was seen rising from the factory as firecrackers continued to burst inside

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Rescue efforts have begun in the incident area and the cause of the explosion is still unknown. The injured were taken to the nearest government hospital

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Four men and two women were killed when a firecracker factory in the Sivakasi area of Tamil Nadu exploded

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The investigation has begun, the police have arrested the foreman of the factory, and are questioning him to find out the cause of the accident

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Sivakai is known as the ‘Fireworks Capital of India’ and produces up to 90% of the country’s firecrackers

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The chief minister of Tamil Nadu, MK Stalin, offered his condolences and promised the families of the victims compensation

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This tragedy has cast a shadow over Sivakasi, with families losing their loved ones, and it has become an eye-opener for growing improved safety in the century-old fireworks industry

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