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Tragic Firecracker Factory Blast Kills 21 in Kakinada

2/28/2026

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An explosion at a firecracker factory in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, on February 28, 2026, killed at least 21 people and injured eight.
Around 30 workers were present during the blast.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu called the incident heartbreaking.
He directed officials to provide immediate assistance to victims and their families.

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An explosion at a firecracker factory in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, on February 28, 2026, killed at least 21 people and injured eight.
Around 30 workers were present during the blast.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu called the incident heartbreaking.
He directed officials to provide immediate assistance to victims and their families.