Tragic Loss: Boy Suffers Eye Injury in Diwali Firecracker Mishap

A six-year-old boy in Beed, Maharashtra, lost vision in one eye after a firecracker exploded in his hand during Diwali celebrations. Initially treated at a civil hospital, he was later transferred to a private facility. Doctors urge parents to oversee children's use of firecrackers.

A six-year-old boy in Beed, Maharashtra lost vision in one eye after a firecracker explosion during Diwali celebrations, according to a doctor treating him on Tuesday.

The incident occurred on Monday evening when the boy attempted to light a firecracker in Nagoba Galli. After the initial attempt to ignite it failed, the boy tried again, resulting in the explosion.

The boy suffered severe injuries to his left eye and was first taken to the Civil Hospital in Beed before being moved to a private medical facility. Doctors reported extensive damage to the cornea, causing complete vision loss in one eye. They have urged parents to monitor children closely when using firecrackers.

(With inputs from agencies.)