Fireworks unit licensee booked for storing excess explosives ahead of Kerala’s Thrissur Pooram
- Posted on April 23, 2026
- By The Hindu
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Authorities in Kerala have charged a fireworks distributor with illegal storage of explosives beyond permitted limits, following a devastating blast incident. The case emerges during heightened security preparations for the renowned Thrissur Pooram festival, one of India's most significant cultural celebrations. Officials have intensified monitoring of licensed pyrotechnics facilities across the state to prevent similar accidents and ensure public safety during the upcoming festivities.