{
  "id": 10643590,
  "title": "Crackers burst to welcome BJP State chief Madhav start fire at Vizianagaram apartment complex",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/crackers-burst-to-welcome-bjp-state-chief-madhav-start-fire-at",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T08:06:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/crackers-burst-to-welcome-bjp-state-chief-madhav-start-fire-at-vizianagaram-apartment-complex/article71522944.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, a fire broke out near an apartment complex in Vizianagaram during the visit of Andhra Pradesh BJP chief P.V.N. Madhav, who was attending the BJP Seva Sankalp programme. The BJP activists had burst crackers to greet Mr. Madhav in Sai Kasturi Enclave, which resulted in the fire. The flames quickly spread towards the area of the electric generator, causing concern among the residents. Panic ensued as smoke filled the flats, particularly affecting women and elderly individuals.\n\nResponding to the emergency, a fire-fighting team arrived at the scene and managed to extinguish the flames. However, the incident left many residents frustrated and in disagreement with the BJP leaders. They criticized the party for not adhering to safety measures during the celebration, including the use of crackers. In response to the backlash, the party leaders promised to arrange a new generator and initiate repairs in the affected apartment complex.\n\nDuring the ordeal, Mr. Madhav himself voiced his dissatisfaction with the incident, urging local leaders to prioritize safety during such events. The party has since taken steps to ensure that such occurrences are avoided in the future, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining a secure environment for its members and the public alike.",
  "summary": "Residents of Sai Kasturi Enclave run to safety when smoke fills their flats; party leaders promise a new generator",
  "key_points": [
    "Fire erupted near Vizianagaram apartment complex during BJP chief's visit",
    "Crackers burst by activists to welcome Madhav, causing blaze",
    "BJP promises new generator, repairs after safety criticism"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}