Punjab Newsline | Jagraon
A 14-year-old boy lost his life in a tragic firecracker accident in Jagraon on Diwali night after a firecracker exploded near his neck while he was bursting crackers on the rooftop of a house.
The incident left his family devastated, as the teenager was the only son of his parents.
The deceased, identified as Gagan, was celebrating Diwali with his family when the accident occurred at around 9 pm. His father, Suresh Kumar, had gone with his family to his elder brother's house in New Abadi, Akalgarh, to pay their respects.
After reaching the house, some children went to the rooftop to burst firecrackers. During this time, Gagan lit a firecracker, but it failed to go off. When he approached it again to relight it, the firecracker suddenly exploded with a loud bang.
The explosion occurred near Gagan's neck, leaving him critically injured. He fell to the ground following the blast, triggering panic among family members, who immediately rushed to his rescue.
The family took him to Sarabjit Hospital in Sudhar without wasting any time. Doctors immediately began treatment, but despite their efforts, Gagan succumbed to his injuries.
The tragic incident turned Diwali celebrations into mourning for the family. The death of their only son has left the entire family in deep shock.
