On Thursday, a tragic incident in the Anngarh area of Amritsar, Punjab, spread panic throughout the entire locality. A massive explosion occurred following a sudden fire at an illegal firecracker factory operating within a residential home. The accident claimed the life of one woman, while another individual sustained critical injuries.
The sound of the explosion was so deafening that terrified residents rushed out of their homes. Tremors were felt in several buildings, and the windows of some houses even rattled violently. The incident created an atmosphere of chaos and panic in the area. Upon receiving the information, teams from the police and the fire brigade immediately rushed to the scene and commenced relief operations. According to eyewitnesses, firecrackers had been manufactured illegally at the house where the explosion occurred for a considerable period. On Thursday afternoon, a fire suddenly broke out inside the house. The flames spread rapidly, leading to a massive explosion within just a few minutes. Following the blast, smoke and flames were seen billowing from the house.
**Injured Person Rushed to Hospital**
The individual who sustained critical injuries in the accident was immediately rushed to a hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment. Meanwhile, the family members of the deceased woman were inconsolable in their grief. A large crowd gathered at the scene following the incident. The police cordoned off the area and initiated an investigation.
Preliminary investigations have revealed that firecrackers were being manufactured in the house without the necessary permits. Burnt firecracker components, gunpowder, and other materials were recovered from the site. The police have seized all these items and have begun a formal inquiry.
Local residents allege that illegal firecracker factories have been operating in the Anngarh area for a long time. Residents accused the administration of conducting raids only around the time of Diwali, while firecrackers continue to be manufactured illegally at various locations throughout the rest of the year.
