Powerful Explosives Suspected in Krishnagiri Firecracker Explosion, Congress MP Demands Relief Funds
Krishnagiri: Congress MP Chellakumar has expressed his concerns that the recent firecracker explosion in Krishnagiri may have involved powerful explosives. The explosion took place on Netaji Road in the Old Petty area, damaging several shops and houses nearby.
During his visit to the site of the incident, MP Chellakumar criticized the decision to grant permission for a firecracker shop in a residential area. He emphasized the need to investigate whether the store contained powerful explosives, as the blast demolished several concrete buildings. “The real reason behind this explosion must be uncovered,” he demanded.
MP Chellakumar further urged the authorities to raise relief funds for the families of the victims who lost their lives in the explosion. Additionally, he called for compensation to be provided to the affected shops and houses. He emphasized the importance of considering the proximity to residential areas before granting licenses for firecracker shops.
Expressing his condolences to the residents living in the vicinity of the blast, the MP was accompanied by Congress party district vice president Shekhar and various administrators.
The explosion has left the community shaken, and investigations into the incident are underway. Local authorities will be examining the claim made by MP Chellakumar regarding the possible presence of powerful explosives in the firecracker store.
As the investigation progresses, the focus will be on holding accountable those responsible for the explosion and providing support to those affected by the tragic incident.