Kaushambi firecracker blast: Owner of illegal unit arrested after encounter

In a recent development, the owner of a firecracker factory in Kaushambi, Naushad, has been arrested following a police encounter in Prayagraj. The incident occurred around 4am on Tuesday, when a police team attempted to stop Naushad, who allegedly opened fire, sustaining a bullet wound to his leg. He was subsequently admitted to a hospital for treatment and is currently in custody.

The police recovered an illegal pistol and cartridges from his possession. The blast, which took place on Monday afternoon in the Manauri market area, resulted in the death of 11 people, including eight children, and injuries to several others. An FIR was registered against six members of a family, alleging their involvement in the illegal manufacture and storage of firecrackers without proper safety measures.

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