North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, was shaken by a massive explosion on Tuesday afternoon. This explosion took place in a firecracker factory located in Rehman Kheda area of Kakori police station area, after which a massive fire broke out there. The explosion was so strong that its echo was heard several kilometers away and created an atmosphere of chaos in the surrounding areas.
As soon as information about the incident was received, several police and fire brigade vehicles reached the spot and efforts are underway to control the fire. A plume of smoke can be seen rising from the spot, due to which there is an atmosphere of panic in the area.
Many workers may be trapped
According to initial information, when the explosion occurred, many workers were working in the factory. It is feared that many workers may still be trapped inside the factory. However, there has been no official confirmation of any casualty yet.
The factory building also suffered a lot of damage due to the blast. Police have sealed the entire area and have instructed nearby people to stay away from the incident site.
Such accidents have happened before also
Let us tell you that this is not the first time that such a horrific accident has happened in a firecracker factory. Often safety standards are ignored in such factories, for which innocent workers have to pay with their lives.
At present, the first priority of the administration is to control the fire and if anyone is trapped inside, to bring them out safely. Relief and rescue work is going on at a fast pace. This incident has once again raised serious questions on illegal firecracker factories and the security arrangements in them.
