7 die in illegal firecracker factory blast in Sindh7 die in illegal firecracker factory blast in Sindh

At least seven people were killed and several others injured in an explosion at an illegal firecracker factory in Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan, on Saturday night. The blast occurred at an unlicensed makeshift unit in the Latifabad area, collapsing part of the building and leaving some feared trapped under the rubble. Rescue teams have recovered seven bodies so far, while three of the injured sustained 98 percent burns and are in critical condition. Officials confirmed the factory was operating illegally, although the owner, Asad Zai, held a license for a different location and is currently absconding. Authorities are investigating the circumstances and verifying the licensing details. The exact cause of the explosion will be determined after the rescue operation concludes. This incident echoes a similar tragedy in Karachi in August, when an illegal fireworks factory explosion killed two people and injured 33. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has ordered an inquiry into the illegal operations and safety lapses in residential areas. @@@@