Man killed in explosion at firecracker godown in Ludhiana

A 27-year-old man, identified as Sahil Sabharwal, died after a wall collapsed during a major fire at a firecracker godown owned by AAP leader Goldy Sabharwal in Ludhiana on Friday. The fire triggered powerful explosions inside the premises, creating panic in the area.

According to the information provided, the fire broke out on the second floor, where firecrackers from the previous year had been stored. The floor also had a kitchen and a room.

Sahil, who was inside the premises, reportedly stood near one side of the godown when a wall suddenly collapsed on him. He was trapped under the debris and died on the spot.

The police cordoned off the area and initiated an investigation into the cause of the fire.

Local residents alleged that firecrackers had been stored illegally in the residential area. The allegation is yet to be established.

AAP leader Goldy Sabharwal said that firecrackers from the previous year were stored in the godown and suspected that a short circuit had triggered the blaze. The police are investigating the incident.