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Eye injuries prompt Madhya Pradesh to ban carbide guns used as firecrackers
The Madhya Pradesh government has banned the sale and manufacture of calcium carbide guns, following nearly 300 eye injuries during Diwali celebrations. Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla ordered seizures and promised strict action against violators. Many victims, primarily children, require treatment, with some undergoing surgery. Authorities are conducting inspections to enforce the ban.

