Two killed in Rajasthan firecracker warehouse explosion
An explosion at a gunpowder storage facility in Badli village left two people dead and one person injured on Thursday.
Two people died and one person was injured following an explosion at a firecracker warehouse in Badli village, Nagaur, on Thursday, according to ANI.
The blast occurred at a facility used for storing gunpowder and firecrackers. Three people were inside the warehouse when the incident happened, resulting in the immediate deaths of Mohammad Aamir and Mujeeb, who were brothers-in-law.
The third individual sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical care at the Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Hospital in Nagaur.
The force of the explosion was heard several kilometres away and caused damage to nearby houses. Parts of the victims' bodies were reportedly thrown onto adjacent residences.
Circle Officer Jatin Jain said the warehouse had been in operation for many years and possessed the necessary licences and documentation. The explosion reportedly happened after gunpowder caught fire.
Nagaur Tehsildar Narsingh Tank confirmed that fire brigade teams brought the blaze under control and stated that an investigation is currently underway to establish the exact cause.