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Amit Shah Mourns Andhra Firecracker Factory Blaze That Kills 18

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed profound shock and offered condolences following a deadly fire at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh's Kakinada district. The blaze has claimed at least 18 lives, with several injured reported in critical condition. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the accident, inquiring about its causes and the ongoing rescue and relief operations. Officials confirmed around 20 people were working at the Surya Fire Works unit when the tragic incident occurred.

Key Points: Andhra Firecracker Factory Fire: Amit Shah Offers Condolences

  • 18 dead in Andhra firecracker unit blaze
  • Amit Shah offers condolences, prays for injured
  • Rescue and medical operations are underway
  • CM Chandrababu Naidu reviews causes, directs officials
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Amit Shah offers condolences on tragic fire at Andhra Pradesh firecracker unit

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expresses shock as a fire at an Andhra Pradesh firecracker unit kills 18. Rescue ops ongoing, CM Naidu reviews situation.

"I convey my heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives - Amit Shah"

New Delhi, February 28

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed profound shock and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, while ensuring the injured receive the best possible medical assistance, following the fire incident occured at the Banasancha Ordnance Factory in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday, that has led to the tragic loss of lives, with rescue operations currently underway at the site.

On X, he wrote, "The tragic fire accident at the Banasancha Ordnance Factory in Andhra Pradesh has caused profound shock due to the loss of lives. Rescue operations are ongoing at the incident site. The injured are receiving better medical assistance. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in this incident and pray for the quick recovery of the injured. Deeply saddened by the tragic fire accident at a cracker factory in Andhra Pradesh. Rescue and relief operations are underway, and medical care is being provided to the injured. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the swift recovery of those affected."

Atleast eighteen people have died after a fire broke out in a firecracker manufacturing unit in Vetlapalem, Kakinada district, on Saturday. The condition of several injured persons is reported to be critical. Sagili Shan Mohan, Collector & District Magistrate have informed about th incident. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu spoke with officials regarding the same Kakinada accident. CM reviewed the explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Kakinada district.

The Chief Minister inquired about the causes of the accident and the ongoing rescue and relief operations at the site. Officials informed that around 20 people were working at Surya Fire Works where the accident occurred. Naidu expressed grief over the large number of firecracker workers losing their lives. The Chief Minister directed ministers and senior officials to visit the accident site.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Condolences from leaders are important, but what about action? How many more lives will be lost before these illegal or poorly regulated units are shut down? The district administration must be held accountable for licensing these hazardous factories.
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Karthik V
Very sad news. Hope the injured recover soon. It's good to see the CM and Home Minister responding quickly. The focus now should be on compensation for the families and a thorough investigation. These are often poor daily wage workers with no safety net.
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Ananya R
This is so tragic. As a society, we need to think about the human cost of firecrackers. Deepavali is beautiful, but is it worth these lives? Maybe time to promote more eco-friendly and safer celebrations. Thoughts with Andhra Pradesh.
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David E
Reading this from abroad. The speed of the response from both state and central leadership is commendable. The real test will be in preventing the next accident. Proper audits and worker training are non-negotiable for such dangerous industries.
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Priya S
Om Shanti. May their souls rest in peace. The families need immediate financial support, not just prayers. Hope the government announces a substantial compensation package quickly. Also, the factory owner must be investigated for negligence.

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