Gujarat: Firecracker factory in Banaskantha claims 17 lives

As per preliminary information, a blast at the factory, located in an industrial area, led to a fire and collapse of parts of the building, leaving several persons trapped in the rubble. Read further on Dynamite News:

Palanpur: Seventeen persons were killed after a blast at a firecrackers factory in Banaskantha district on Tuesday, officials said.

The incident took place at the unit located near Deesa town.

As per preliminary information, a blast at the factory, located in an industrial area, led to a fire and collapse of parts of the building, leaving several persons trapped in the rubble, Sub Divisional Magistrate, Deesa, Neha Panchal said.