PM Modi Expresses Grief Over Andhra Pradesh Fireworks Factory Tragedy, Prays for Injured

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in a fire accident at a crackers manufacturing unit in Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. The Prime Minister’s Office posted on X, “The loss of lives due to a mishap in Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured: PM @narendramodi.”

The loss of lives due to a mishap in Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 8, 2025

According to the reports, six people died and two others were injured in the incident. Preliminary investigations suggest negligence in handling chemicals or lack of proper safety equipment may have caused the fire.

Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema District Superintendent of Police Rahul Meena said the injured were shifted to a hospital. He added that the identities of the deceased are being verified.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief over the loss of lives. He directed officials to ensure medical care and financial support for victims and visited the site to oversee relief efforts.

అంబేద్కర్ కోనసీమ జిల్లా రాయవరంలో బాణసంచా తయారీ కేంద్రంలో జరిగిన అగ్నిప్రమాదంపై గౌరవ ముఖ్యమంత్రి శ్రీ నారా చంద్రబాబునాయుడు ఆవేదన వ్యక్తం చేశారు. ప్రమాద కారణాలు, ప్రస్తుత పరిస్థితి, జరుగుతున్న సహాయక చర్యలు, వైద్య సాయంపై అధికారుల నుంచి వివరాలు తెలుసుకున్నారు. స్వయంగా సంఘటనా…

— CMO Andhra Pradesh (@AndhraPradeshCM) October 8, 2025