A Diwali celebration descended into chaos after a firework appeared to go off inside a bag, triggering a terrifying chain reaction.
The dramatic moment was captured on CCTV after a person appeared to light and throw firecracker near a shop on Sunday (1 November).
After it landed in a woman’s bag, sparks and flames quickly spread across the pavement as multiple crackers began exploding in succession, as reported by Need To Know.
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Thick clouds of smoke soon engulfed the area, sending nearby people running for safety-turning what appeared to be a routine celebration into a frightening scene in India.
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated by millions of people around the world, particularly in India and across South Asian communities.
The Hindu festival symbolises the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, with celebrations traditionally involving colourful decorations, candles, lamps and fireworks.
However, the incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of fireworks when they are not handled safely.
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