An explosion followed by a blaze is reported at an illegal firecracker factory in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. Multiple outlets report that the blast is large and that there are fears of significant casualties, though the exact number of deaths or injuries is not yet confirmed in the available reports. Local residents say the factory was manufacturing firecrackers illegally, which contributes to the concern about the scale and risk of the operation. The incident is described as occurring at the factory site and triggering a fire after the explosion. Authorities and emergency responders are expected to assess the damage, rescue people if any are trapped, and determine the cause of the blast. At this stage, the reporting focuses on the initial explosion and subsequent blaze and the community’s allegation that the unit was operating without authorization. Further updates would be needed to verify casualty figures and any details about the circumstances leading up to the explosion.