Tamil Nadu firecracker factory

Virudhunagar (Gurpreet Singh): A devastating explosion ripped through a firecracker manufacturing unit in the Kattanarpatti area near Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, on Sunday, April 19, 2026. According to the Fire and Rescue Department, at least 16 workers have been confirmed dead, while six others sustained severe injuries and are currently undergoing treatment at a local government hospital. The blast was so powerful that it caused significant structural damage to surrounding buildings and led to the collapse of portions of the factory, leaving several individuals feared trapped under the debris. Preliminary reports indicate that approximately 30 workers were present at the facility…