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Kanpur Blast: 4 Boys Severely Burned at Garbage Dump
2 Feb
Summary
- Four young boys suffered severe burns in a garbage dump explosion.
- The incident occurred on Sunday in the Sachendi police station area.
- The children's condition remains critical following the blast.
A devastating explosion rocked a garbage dump in Kanpur's Sachendi police station area on Sunday, severely injuring four young boys. The children, aged between seven and eight, were playing nearby when the blast occurred, inflicting deep burn wounds and pellet-like injuries.
Victims Nihal, Kariya, Rishi, and Krishna were immediately rushed to Ursala Hospital by concerned villagers. Their condition was reported as critical, with medical professionals working to treat their extensive injuries. Police and forensic teams have launched an investigation into the cause of the powerful explosion.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the dangers posed by such sites. Authorities are working to determine the origin of the blast and ensure accountability.
