At least 11 people were killed and another 150 injured in the massive explosion that occurred on Tuesday at an Indian fireworks factory in Hadra district in Madhya Pradesh, in the centre of the country, news outlets reported.
The explosion was captured on video footage and showed a massive blast followed by a plume of smoke rising into the sky. Emergency services rushed to the scene to assist those injured in the explosion.
The cause of the blast and is still under investigation, but it is suspected to be related to the manufacturing process of fireworks, officials said.
The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers associated with fireworks production and the need for strict safety measures in such facilities.
