A powerful explosion rocked Siwan district shortly after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s arrival for the ‘Samriddhi Yatra (Journey of Prosperity)’. The blast occurred in Badram village under the Hussainganj police station’s jurisdiction around 11.30 am. One individual, Mohammad Murtaza, lost his life in the explosion, believed to be caused by firecrackers.
Local residents raised concerns about the illegal manufacturing of firecracker materials in the village, leading to the sudden explosion. The blast’s impact was felt across a wide area, causing fear among residents and damaging nearby houses. Authorities, upon notification, cordoned off the area, initiated an investigation, and are working to identify the materials involved.
Police teams are currently clearing debris and determining the presence of any additional individuals at the site. The incident, coinciding with the Chief Minister’s program in Siwan, has prompted heightened security measures and administrative attention. The case is under thorough investigation, including the potential illegal production of explosive materials, as officials await further details.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar continued his ‘Samriddhi Yatra’ in Siwan district, inaugurating and laying foundations for 71 projects. During his visit to the Government Medical College in Mairwa, Siwan, he unveiled new facilities in the recently constructed building. At the event venue, Kumar inspected department stalls, distributed checks to beneficiaries of state government schemes, and was joined by various officials and dignitaries, including Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and Health Minister Mangal Pandey.
