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The scale of Sunday's tragedy at a temple in Kerala is staggering. More than 100 people have been killed and at least 380 left injured after a massive fire broke out at the Puttingal Devi Temple in Kollam, where more than 10,000 people had gathered ahead of the Vishu New Year festival. The disaster was not only catastrophic – with the explosion being felt almost a kilometre away – it was also almost entirely avoidable, considering the district authorities never gave permission for a fireworks display.
But such is the story of fireworks in India. These pyrotechnics have become an integral part of celebrations across the country, from sports events to weddings to religious functions like the one at the temple in Kerala.
They've also become intensely competitive. Wedding planners and event organisers informally attempt to outdo each other, while Kerala's religious organisations – Hindu and Christian – include fireworks competitions as part of the official attraction. This means fireworks manufacturers and contractors work harder to make the displays more impressive, occasionally resorting to illegal means to get there.