Chandrababu Naidu orders probe after six dead in explosion in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalli

ANI April 13, 2025 187 views

A tragic explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, has claimed six lives, prompting immediate action from Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. The incident has drawn widespread attention, with Naidu ordering a detailed investigation and promising support to the affected families. Opposition leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has also expressed condolences and urged state support for the victims. The accident highlights ongoing concerns about industrial safety in the region.

"We will support the affected families. I urge them to be brave." - Chandrababu Naidu
Amaravati, April 13: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered a detailed investigation after six workers died in an explosion in Andhra Pradesh.

Key Points

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Firecracker unit explosion in Anakapalli claims six lives

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CM Naidu calls for detailed investigation

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District officials to submit comprehensive report

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Jagan Mohan Reddy offers condolences

The incident occurred on Sunday at a firecracker manufacturing unit in the Kotavuratla area of Anakapalli district.

Following the incident, Naidu spoke to the District Collector, SP and Home Minister Anita about the incident and instructed officials to submit a detailed report.

https://x.com/ncbn/status/1911360755943063640

In a post on X, CM Naidu said, "I spoke to the District Collector, SP and Home Minister Smt. Anita about the incident and ordered that better medical services be provided to those injured in the accident. I inquired about the number of workers present in the factory at the time of the accident and their current condition. We will support the affected families. I urge them to be brave. I have ordered officials to conduct an investigation into the incident and submit a report."

Meanwhile, former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire accident.

He has also urged the state government to extend full support to the victims and their families.

Jagan conveyed heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and those seriously injured in the incident. He directed YSR Congress Party leaders to stand by the affected families and offer all necessary assistance during this difficult time.

He also urged the state government to take all necessary steps to provide proper medical treatment to the injured and to assist the affected families in every possible way to help them recover.

Upon learning about the tragedy, Jagan instructed the party leaders to visit the accident site and offer all necessary support to the victims and their families.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Such a tragic incident 😢 My heart goes out to the families of the workers. The government needs to ensure strict safety measures in these factories. No more lives should be lost like this.
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Priya M.
Good to see both current and former CMs responding quickly. But we need more than just words - concrete action to prevent such accidents in future. These workers deserve better safety standards.
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Sanjay T.
Why do we keep hearing about firecracker factory explosions every year? Isn't it time for better regulations and regular inspections? These are preventable tragedies.
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Ananya R.
The prompt response from CM Naidu is commendable. Hope the investigation reveals the root cause and leads to meaningful changes. Thoughts with the affected families 🙏
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Vikram S.
While I appreciate the political response, I'm concerned about how long these investigations take. Will we actually see accountability and results, or just another report that gets filed away?
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Meena P.
These workers risk their lives daily to make products we use for celebrations. The least we can do is ensure their workplaces are safe. Hope the compensation reaches the families quickly.

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