International Desk: At least 6 people were killed in a terrible explosion in a brick kiln in the Indian state of Bihar. A brick kiln owner is also among the dead. In this incident, 10 more people were injured and 20 people are missing. This information was given in a report of Times of India.
According to the report, the number of casualties is expected to increase. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed grief over the blast.
In a statement, Nitish Kumar said, May God give the bereaved families strength to bear. He directed the officials to ensure proper treatment of the injured. He also assured to help the victims.
Bihar Police said that District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police have reached the spot. The rescue operation is still going on. Several fire engines reached the spot soon after the incident.
The search for the missing is going on throughout the night. About 40 people were present at the scene when the explosion occurred. Most of the victims were working class.
