Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh – A festive event turned tragic as four children lost their lives and several others were injured in a firecracker explosion at the Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsav in Uttar Pradesh’s Chitrakoot. The incident occurred during a fireworks display at the festival.
According to the police, the blast resulted in the untimely deaths of the children and left multiple people injured. Additional Director General Bhanu Bhaskar stated that an FIR has been filed against three individuals in connection with the explosion, and more individuals may be included in the FIR as the investigation progresses.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken swift action in response to the tragedy, ordering a high-level inquiry committee to investigate the incident. He has also announced financial assistance for the families of the victims and the injured.
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities coordinating with various teams from different locations to conclude the case as soon as possible. The police are in the process of meeting with the families of the victims and providing them with the necessary support and compensation.
The tragic event at the Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsav has brought great sorrow to the community, and the details regarding the incident are still being awaited. The government is committed to conducting a thorough investigation and providing support to the affected families.
This devastating incident serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring safety measures during public events and the necessity of strict regulations for fireworks and firecracker displays. The authorities are diligently working to bring closure to this tragic event and to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.