Thursday, Aug 20, 2026

"kakinada-blast"

20 dead, 9 critical in Andhra fireworks explosion; CM announces Rs 20 lakh aid

At least 20 people, including nine women, were killed in a powerful explosion at Surya Fireworks in Kakinada. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu announced Rs 20 lakh ex gratia for each victim’s family

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