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Illegal firecracker stockpile explodes in Palakkad, destroys house; two injured

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PUBLISHED: OCTOBER 22, 2026 11:15 AM IST
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House that was damaged in the explosion

PALAKKAD: A stockpile of firecrackers allegedly stored illegally inside a house exploded at Manikkampara in Kadampur, Ottapalam, damaging the house completely and injuring two people early on Thursday.

The injured have been identified as Janaki, 60, and Shajesh, 35, both natives of Manikkampara. They were admitted to the Ottapalam Taluk Hospital for treatment.

The explosion occurred in the early hours of the day, completely destroying the house. The impact also shattered windowpanes of nearby houses. It is not yet clear whether the incident caused any further damage or losses.

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