2024 Nileshwar temple fireworks disaster

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2024 Nileshwar temple fireworks disaster (India)
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2024 Nileshwar temple fireworks disaster (Kerala)
DateOctober 28, 2024
Time00:30 IST
Venue Nileshwaram, Kasaragod, Kerala, India
LocationAnjootambalam Veererkavu temple, Nileshwaram, Kasaragod
Type Fireworks accident
Deaths4
Non-fatal injuries150+
Arrests8

On 28 October 2024, a fireworks accident occurred at the Theru Anjootambalam Veererkavu temple in Nileshwaram in Kasaragod district of the Indian state of Kerala. Four people were killed and more than 150 people were injured.

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Accident

On 28 October 2024, a Theyyam ritual performance was held during the Kaliyattam festival at the Theru Anjootambalam Veererkavu temple in Nileshwaram in Kasaragod district of the Indian state of Kerala. [1] At about half an hour past midnight IST, a fire ignited in a nearby building where firecrackers were stored. The fire resulted in a blast which collapsed the building and injured people nearby. [2]

Aftermath

The Kerala Police were involved in the rescue activities along with the Theyyam performers and general public. [3] More than 150 were injured in the accident and the injured were transferred to hospitals in Kannur and Mangalore for treatment. [4] [5] As on 29 October, at least 110 people were undergoing treatment for injuries with few people in critical condition. [6] [7] As on 4 November, four people had succumbed to their injuries. [8]

Investigation

The Kerala Police opened an investigation into the accident. [9] The District Collector of Kasargode stated that the investigation into the incident was being conducted by the appropriate authorities. The police highlighted a failure to comply with safety norms and guidelines as a possible cause of the accident. [10] [11] On 29 October, the police arrested eight temple officials including the president of the temple committee in connection with the incident. [12] [13] The Government of Kerala announced the formation of a special investigative team to probe the accident. [14]

Reactions

The witnesses described that the sudden explosion triggered chaos and panic amongst the people. [15] Various leaders expressed grief and condolences on the accident. [16] In the aftermath, clashes were reported between the workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party, who were protesting against the accident and the workers of Communist Party of India (Marxist), which heads the Kerala government. [17]

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