GURDASPUR, PUNJAB: At least 16 people have died and dozens are feared trapped after a massive explosion took place today at a firecracker making factory in Punjab's Gurdaspur, according to news agency ANI. he incident took place around 4 pm at the factory located in a residential area in Gurdaspur's Batala, Inspector General (Border Range) SPS Parmar said.<br /><br />The impact of the explosion was such that the factory was completely destroyed and nearby buildings were damaged too.<br /><br /><br />Chief Minister Amarinder Singh said rescue operations are underway with the District Collector and the Senior Superintendent of Police heading the relief efforts.<br /><br />
