Odisha: 3 Critically Injured As Massive Firecracker Explosion Occurs In Puri

Puri: In a tragic incident on Thursday evening in Odisha 's Puri, at least three people suffered critical injuries when a pile of firecrackers caught fire and exploded. The incident occurred at Batagaon on Thursday resulting in the incident. As per the police, the incident occurred, while one of the victims Sanjay Jena was purchasing firecrackers from a local vendor, Bula Rout.

Reports indicate that an accidentally lit firecracker fell onto other fireworks, triggering a massive explosion. Along with Sanjay Jena, Bula Rout and a nearby woman, Lipa Routh, sustained severe burn injuries.

The injured were initially taken to the Puri District Headquarters Hospital but were later transferred to SCB Medical College Hospital in Cuttack for more comprehensive treatment. Hospital officials have reported that the condition of all three individuals remains critical.

The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident

Further details regarding the incident are being awaited.