India, April 13 -- At least eight workers died after an explosion at a fireworks manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalli district on Sunday, authorities said.

More details awaited.

Earlier this month, a similar incident happened in Gujarat's Banaskantha district, where, as per authorities, seven people were killed after a blast at a firecrackers factory led to a blaze and collapse of parts of the building.

The incident took place at the unit located near Deesa town.

As per preliminary information, a blast at the factory, located in an industrial area, led to a fire and collapse of parts of the building, leaving several persons trapped in the rubble, Sub Divisional Magistrate, Deesa, Neha Panchal said.

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