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Crime
Sagar Police Seizes Over ₹15 Lakh Worth of Illegal Fireworks Ahead of Diwali
✍️ Amar Ujala · Sagar
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 05:41 AM
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In a pre-Diwali crackdown, Sagar police seized over ₹15 lakh worth of illegal fireworks stored and intended for sale in various parts of the district.
The Sagar police conducted raids across the district, targeting illegal fireworks storage and distribution ahead of the Diwali festival. Authorities seized a large quantity of fireworks, estimated to be worth over ₹15 lakh in the market. The confiscated fireworks were being stored in densely populated areas, posing a potential safety hazard. The police are continuing their investigation to apprehend those involved in the illegal trade of fireworks.