Tamil Nadu recorded 1,654 injuries related to firecracker bursting over two days during Deepavali celebrations, highlighting the safety risks associated with festive fireworks. According to the Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services Department, the incidents occurred on Sunday and Monday, November 8 and 9.
Of the total injured people, 1,450 received outpatient treatment, while 204 required hospitalisation. Emergency services received more than 200 calls during the period, including 195 reports of fires caused by firecrackers. The incidents placed additional pressure on emergency response teams and healthcare facilities across the State.
The figures underline the continuing challenge of ensuring public safety during large-scale festival celebrations. Firecracker-related accidents can cause serious burns, eye injuries and damage to residential properties and vehicles. Children and people handling fireworks without adequate precautions remain particularly vulnerable.
Meanwhile, separate emergency and hospital records also highlighted the wider impact of Deepavali-related incidents. According to other reports, two people died from burn injuries during the 48-hour festival period, while government hospitals admitted hundreds of patients with burn-related injuries. These figures cover different reporting categories and should not be directly combined with the Fire and Rescue Services tally.
Authorities have repeatedly advised residents to purchase authorised fireworks, maintain safe distances while bursting crackers and avoid handling damaged or unexploded fireworks.
The rising number of reported injuries has renewed concerns about firecracker safety, enforcement of regulations and the importance of public awareness during festive celebrations.
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