Implementation of guidelines could have averted fireworks accident in Kerala’s Thrissur, experts say
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Summary
The P.S. Gopinathan Commission, which probed the Puttingal tragedy, had suggested extensive safety measures, including a risk assessment exercise by the District Disaster Management Authority at least a fortnight in advance and necessary arrangements for disaster management
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source The Hindu - National
Published Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Affected Population 63 million MSMEs, export-import community
Key Numbers
Merchandise exports: $437 billion (2024-25)
FDI inflow: $71 billion (2024-25)
PLI scheme: Rs 1.97 lakh crore across 14 sectors
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right