Thrissur Blast Tragedy: PM Announces ₹2 Lakh Aid as Death Toll Climbs to 13

Brief By Free Press Journal / 8:16 PM on 21 Apr 2026

At least 13 people were killed and dozens injured after a fireworks storage unit explosion in Kerala’s Thrissur district. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ₹2 lakh compensation for victims’ families and ₹50,000 for the injured. Authorities reported widespread damage, with over 40 hurt, several critical, as emergency teams continued rescue operations and medical support.