Wed Oct 22 00:15:00 UTC 2025: Summary:

An explosion caused by illegally stored firecrackers in a house in Thandurai, near Avadi, India, killed four men on Sunday. Police have arrested three people, including the owner of the house, his son (who was allegedly manufacturing and selling the crackers), and an accomplice. The firecrackers were stored without a license or safety measures.

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Four Killed in Illegal Firecracker Explosion Near Avadi; Three Arrested

CHENNAI, INDIA – October 22, 2025 – Tragedy struck the Thandurai area near Avadi on Sunday when an explosion ripped through a house being used as an unlicensed firecracker manufacturing unit, killing four men. Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the incident, including the alleged operator of the illegal operation and his father.

The blast, triggered by illegally stored firecrackers and country-made bombs, occurred on Sunday afternoon. The force of the explosion caused significant damage to the house, leading to a partial collapse and trapping the victims inside. Fire and Rescue Services personnel recovered the bodies of Yasin (25), Sunil Prakash (23), Suman (22), and Sanjay (22), all reportedly visiting the residence to purchase crackers.

Police investigations revealed that the house was owned by Arumugam (50), a flower vendor. His son, Vijay (26), is accused of converting a portion of the residence into an unlicensed firecracker production unit, catering to local festivals and funerals. Authorities allege that the firecrackers were stored without necessary permits or safety precautions, leading to the devastating explosion.

“The crackers were stored without a valid license or safety measures, leading to the unexpected explosion,” stated a police source.

Pattabiram Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Explosive Substances Act. Avadi City Police Commissioner K. Shankar has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the incident.

The arrested include Arumugam, S. Dhamodharan (41), Arumugam’s nephew accused of abetting, and Vijay. All three have been remanded to judicial custody. The investigation is ongoing.

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