Cracker of a battle: Vijay wants Sivakasi to take on China and become a global fireworks powerhouse. Here's what it'll take

Tamil Nadu's government aims to transform Sivakasi, India's firecracker hub, into a global competitor against China. The focus is now on innovation, safety and sustainability to boost the industry, which faces challenges like chemical bans and worker safety concerns.

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