Vellore firecracker unit blast kills one; license cancelled

A firecracker packing unit in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, exploded, killing one worker and critically injuring another, with the building destroyed. The district collector ordered license cancellation, indicating regulatory enforcement. The incident highlights recurring safety lapses in India's firecracker industry, though details on cause and compliance remain unclear.

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