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A powerful explosion at an illegal firecracker storage and manufacturing unit in Banaskantha district, Gujarat, killed at least 21 people, including children and women, and injured six others. The victims were primarily workers from Madhya Pradesh. The godown had expired licenses and was operating illegally. The Prime Minister and Chief Minister of Gujarat have expressed condolences and announced financial assistance for the affected families.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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