Mundathikode fireworks accident: Thrissur police chief proposes stronger regulations, safety norms
Following a tragic fireworks accident in Mundathikode, the Thrissur Police Commissioner has proposed stricter safety regulations for explosive storage and manufacturing. The proposals include mandatory joint inspections and improved emergency access for fire services.
Why it matters
Enhanced regulatory oversight is essential to prevent industrial accidents and ensure public safety during large-scale public displays involving explosives.
The City Police Commissioner, Thrissur, has proposed measures to strengthen regulatory safeguards and safety standards to minimise the risk of accidents involving explosive substances such as firecrackers.
The official filed a statement before the Division Bench of Chief Justice Soumen Sen and Justice V.M. Syam Kumar in a suo motu petition based on news reports of the Mundathikode fireworks tragedy in April.
Advocate General Jaju Babu, who appeared in the court, informed the Bench that certain manufacturers were supplying substantially larger quantities of fireworks for public displays without authorisation or adequate storage facilities, resulting in violations of statutory requirements.
Mr. Babu further informed the court that a comprehensive inquiry is under way by a Special Investigation Team constituted under the supervision of senior police officials.
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