In the aftermath of the devastating Mundathikode fireworks unit blast near Thrissur in Kerala on Tuesday, authorities have identified nine of the 13 victims, while five bodies have been handed over to relatives after post-mortem procedures.
Thirteen injured persons remain under treatment, with 10 admitted to intensive care units. Two of them, including licence-holder Mundathikode Satheesh, are on ventilator support, officials said.
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With the tragedy casting a long shadow, discussions are under way on whether to conduct this year’s Thrissur Pooram without fireworks. The Thiruvambady Devaswom has indicated that it will abide by decisions taken by the State and Central governments, while also holding consultations with the Paramekkavu Devaswom.
Paramekkavu Devaswom secretary G. Rajesh said public sentiment would be taken into account before arriving at a decision. He added that discussions with the district administration would be held and that the Devaswom would follow the government’s directive, even as a detailed investigation into the accident continues.
