At least 20 people have been killed after a massive explosion occurred at a firecracker factory today (September 4) in Gurdaspur, India.

Emergency services are seen at the scene putting out the remaining fires and moving the rubble to search for anyone trapped.

Local reports have said at least 20 people have died and there are 12 people who have been left injured.

At least 19 people died while several others are feared trapped inside a building after a massive explosion took place at a cracker factory in Punjab's Gurdaspur on 04/09/19.
Bodies of deceased have been evacuated from the building. More than 35 have been injured in the blast while few others are still believed to be trapped inside the rubble.
The factory is located in Batala area of Gurdaspur. Several fire engines are currently at the spot carrying out the recue work to bring the situation under the control. Blast happened around 3:30 PM
Exact reason of blast is still unknown