TN CM Stalin grieves loss of 16 lives in blast at firecracker unit

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has expressed grief over the blast at a firecracker factory in Virudhunagar district, which claimed at least 16 lives. "My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives," he said. He added that he has requested two ministers and the district collector to coordinate all necessary assistance. Several workers were left injured.