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Kerala CM, Opposition express condolences as govt prepares medical care after Mundathikode fireworks unit blast
Following the Mundathikode fireworks unit blast near Thrissur, the Chief Minister directed the government to mobilize all resources to provide timely medical care to the injured, with possible outside expert doctors. He also expressed condolences, and a dedicated inter-department coordination system was established. Additionally, ₹50 lakh was allocated for emergency relief by the State Disaster Management department.
Why It Matters
The response shows the state's readiness to coordinate across agencies and mobilize funds to support victims, highlighting disaster management capacity in Kerala.
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State Disaster Management allocates ₹50 lakh for emergency relief
April 21, 2026
The State Disaster Management department allocated ₹50 lakh to the Thrissur District Collector to meet the emergency needs after the accident.
Dedicated system established to coordinate response across departments
April 21, 2026
A dedicated system has been put in place to closely monitor and coordinate the efforts of Police, Fire and Rescue, Health, Revenue and Disaster Management departments.
CM expresses condolences to the families of the deceased
April 21, 2026
Mr. Vijayan expressed his condolences at the deaths caused by the explosion.
CM directs government to ensure timely medical care for blast victims
April 21, 2026
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan directed the entire government machinery to be prepared to ensure timely medical care to those injured in the fire and explosion at the Mundathikode fireworks unit near Thrissur. He also said that expert doctors from outside the state would be used if necessary to provide advanced treatment to burn victims. At least 13 people were reported dead.