Ambedkar Konaseema, Oct. 8 -- The Andhra Pradesh government will ensure full support to the families who were affected by the massive fire at a firecracker factory in Konaseema district, said Anaparthi MLA Nallamilli Ramakrishna Reddy on Wednesday.

Reddy, who visited the incident spot, told reporters that the discussions with the government are underway to provide ex gratia to the next of kin of each deceased.

He said, "An unfortunate incident occurred today at Kommaripalem village in Rayavaram mandal, Konaseema district. The business has been operating in compliance with government guidelines for the past 75 years. We have taken up this issue with the government, and discussions are underway to provide ex-gratia to the families of the ...