Diwali accidents
Madhya Pradesh Districts Ban Carbide Guns After 300 Eye Injuries During Diwali Celebrations
Oct 24, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Bhopal and Gwalior authorities have banned carbide pipe guns following nearly 300 eye injuries during Diwali, with children aged 7-14 most affected. The dangerous devices release toxic acetylene gas when carbide combines with water, causing severe eye damage and potential permanent vision loss. Officials are now conducting raids on firecracker shops, with violators facing immediate legal action under the Explosives Act.
Dangerous Diwali Trend: 14 Children Lose Eyesight to Homemade 'Carbide Guns' in Madhya Pradesh
Oct 23, 2025 02:52 pm CST
Over 122 children in Madhya Pradesh have been hospitalized with severe eye injuries after playing with homemade "carbide guns" during Diwali celebrations. Despite a government ban, these improvised explosive devices sold for Rs 150-200 have caused 14 children to lose their eyesight completely. Medical professionals warn these are not toys but dangerous explosives that release metal fragments and carbide vapors, causing permanent damage to the retina.