Katihar gas cylinder explosion injures five people

A gas cylinder explosion at a fast food stall in the Baluaghatti area of Manihari, Katihar, has left five people injured, including four children. The incident occurred while customers were having breakfast at the stall.

The victims have been identified as 35-year-old Anant Parihar, Ayush Kumar, Priyanshu, Ram, and Aryan Kumar. Medical officials reported that Anant Parihar and Ayush Kumar are in critical condition.

Following initial treatment at the Manihari Sub-divisional Hospital, all five victims were referred to the Katihar Sadar Hospital for advanced medical care. Local authorities and police are currently investigating the cause of the blast, including whether it was caused by a gas leak or a failure to follow safety regulations.