An explosion at a firecracker factory in Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, leaves at least 24 people injured, while 15 are feared trapped, according to officials. The incident occurs in the Pipri police station area near the Manori power house.
Police and fire brigade teams reach the site immediately after information about the blast is received. NDTV reports that a joint rescue operation is launched, with personnel including the Air Force joining the response because some people may be trapped inside the affected area. Authorities begin rescue efforts at the factory premises as they assess the situation and work to locate those feared trapped.
Both outlets cite the same location and the same broad casualty figures, while NDTV adds detail about the involvement of additional personnel during the rescue operation. The reported numbers are based on early assessments by district and local officials as the response continues.
