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The statement also said authorities have been directed to initiate further procedures to officially confirm the deaths.
A fireworks unit explosion in Thrissur has now claimed 16 lives, including Rakesh, who died after a week in intensive care following the incident.
One body, which is yet to be identified, has been kept at the Medical College mortuary.
Following a fireworks explosion, a burnt human head was found, aiding the investigation and potentially identifying one of the 14 confirmed victims.
Following a deadly firecracker unit explosion, Kerala authorities will meet stakeholders to decide on the Thrissur Pooram, with fireworks unlikely.
Kerala has issued a SOP for disposing of bodies and collecting DNA samples following a fatal firecracker accident, ensuring uniform procedures for unidentified, unclaimed, or disputed identities.
A tragic firecracker explosion at Mundathikode, meant for a church festival, killed many and injured others. The blast caused widespread devastation, with shockwaves felt kilometres away, leaving survivors traumatised and struggling to comprehend the loss.
Following the incident, the Thrissur Medical College police registered a suo moto case on Wednesday.
Devaswom officials have stated they will abide by the government's directive regarding the fireworks display.
The minister noted that the exact number of injured is expected to be confirmed after further searches at the blast site.
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