Tragedy strikes in Bhiwadi as illegal firecracker factory claims seven lives; PM Modi, state leaders extend condolences
Jaipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire in an illegal firecracker factory in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, where seven people were burnt alive on Monday. The PMO tweeted, “The fire mishap in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, is tragic and deeply saddening. My condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray for the speedy recovery of those injured”
The tragic incident resulted in seven people being burnt alive on Monday in an illegal firecracker-manufacturing unit in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, officials said. The factory, located in the Khushkhera-Karoli industrial area of Khairthal-Tijara district, was leased as a garment unit but was reportedly producing firecrackers illegally.
According to Additional District Magistrate Sumitra Pareek, there were more than 20 people inside when the fire broke out. Many managed to escape, while nine were trapped, seven of whom died in the blaze. The fire was controlled after over an hour and a half, and some skeletal remains were recovered.
District Collector Artika Shukla, along with senior police and administrative officials, rushed to the scene. She ordered an immediate inquiry into the incident. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma directed district authorities to carry out relief operations and sent Forest Minister Sanjay Sharma to Alwar for assistance.
The tragedy has raised concerns over illegal industrial activity and lax enforcement in the region, prompting urgent investigations and renewed focus on workplace safety standards.
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