Virudhunagar: A fireworks factory, operating under a Nagpur licence, exploded in Pettulupatti, near Sivakasi. This factory employs over 200 people and houses over 100 rooms.

With Diwali approaching, the workers were engaged in the final phase of fireworks production. During the preparation of fancy-type fireworks, an explosion reportedly occurred in one of the rooms due to friction while mixing chemicals.

Upon realising the danger, the workers quickly reacted and ran out of the area, thereby preventing a major tragedy. However, two rooms were damaged in the blast.

Firefighters from Sivakasi rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control. The Sivakasi East police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Earlier, the Supreme Court on Friday indicated lifting restrictions

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