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Crime
Congress councillor and husband die in fire at Rajasthan firecracker shop
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 09:16 PM
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A fire broke out at a firecracker shop in Rajasthan, killing a local Congress councillor and her husband.
A blaze erupted in a firecracker shop in Rajasthan, resulting in the deaths of a sitting Congress councillor and her spouse. The incident was reported early on Wednesday, when witnesses heard loud explosions and saw thick smoke billowing from the premises.
The victims, identified as a local Congress councillor and her husband, were found inside the shop when emergency services arrived. Both were pronounced dead at the scene, and the fire caused extensive damage to the surrounding market area.
Rajasthan police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible mishandling of explosive materials. Firefighters managed to contain the flames after several hours, and the area has been cordoned off for forensic examination.
Local authorities have expressed condolences to the family and pledged a thorough inquiry, emphasizing the need for stricter safety regulations in establishments dealing with fireworks.
The victims, identified as a local Congress councillor and her husband, were found inside the shop when emergency services arrived. Both were pronounced dead at the scene, and the fire caused extensive damage to the surrounding market area.
Rajasthan police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible mishandling of explosive materials. Firefighters managed to contain the flames after several hours, and the area has been cordoned off for forensic examination.
Local authorities have expressed condolences to the family and pledged a thorough inquiry, emphasizing the need for stricter safety regulations in establishments dealing with fireworks.