Vijayanagara (Sep 27): A tragic incident occurred this morning in Gadiganuru village, Hospet taluk of Vijayanagara district, where a cylinder explosion completely destroyed a house. The entire family was injured in the accident, with some in critical condition.

Injured individuals: Halappa (42), Kavita (32), Gangamma (63), Mailarappa (48), Mallamma (40), Kaveri (18), Kavya (15), and Nikhil (13). Among them, Kavita (32) is in critical condition.The explosion took place at Halappa’s residence in Gadiganuru village. Public Struggle to Protect 828 Trees in Donimalai: Memorandum Against NMDC's Residential Project

The intensity of the blast caused the house’s wall to collapse. In a rush to prepare for Navratri pooja, Kavita turned on the cylinder and left it unattended for a long time. When she attempted to light the stove with a matchstick after a considerable delay, the gas had already spread throughout the house. Shining Diva Fashion Latest Stylish Multilayer Gold Plated Bangle Bracelet for Women and Girls (rr14669b) Set of 6

Unaware of the danger posed by the gas leak, she ignited the matchstick, triggering a massive explosion that completely devastated the house.The injured were immediately rushed to Sanjeevini Hospital in Toranagallu village for treatment. The police have initiated an investigation into the incident. Further details are awaited.