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Health
12-year-old Dilkhush loses vision in both eyes after firecracker blast in Alwar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 10 Nov 2026, 03:45 PM
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A firecracker powder explosion in Alwar severely damaged the eyes of 12‑year‑old Dilkhush, leaving about 90% of each eye burned. Doctors have referred him to Jaipur, but the family cannot afford the treatment.
Alwar, Rajasthan – A firecracker powder explosion caused extensive ocular injuries to a 12‑year‑old boy named Dilkhush. Medical assessment indicated that roughly 90 percent of the tissue in each eye was burned, resulting in severe loss of vision.
Ophthalmologists who examined the child recommended immediate referral to a tertiary care centre in Jaipur for specialized treatment. However, the family disclosed that they lack the financial resources required for the advanced procedures and post‑operative care.
Dilkhush's mother has appealed publicly for assistance, highlighting the urgent need for medical aid and financial support to prevent permanent blindness. Local authorities have not yet released details on the cause of the firecracker incident or any safety investigations.
The case underscores the recurring risks associated with the use of illegal or improperly handled firecrackers, especially during festive periods, and raises concerns about access to affordable emergency healthcare in rural Rajasthan.
Health officials urge the public to avoid handling fireworks without proper safety measures and to seek immediate medical attention in case of injuries.
Ophthalmologists who examined the child recommended immediate referral to a tertiary care centre in Jaipur for specialized treatment. However, the family disclosed that they lack the financial resources required for the advanced procedures and post‑operative care.
Dilkhush's mother has appealed publicly for assistance, highlighting the urgent need for medical aid and financial support to prevent permanent blindness. Local authorities have not yet released details on the cause of the firecracker incident or any safety investigations.
The case underscores the recurring risks associated with the use of illegal or improperly handled firecrackers, especially during festive periods, and raises concerns about access to affordable emergency healthcare in rural Rajasthan.
Health officials urge the public to avoid handling fireworks without proper safety measures and to seek immediate medical attention in case of injuries.