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Diwali Firecracker Dispute Leads to Shooting in Lucknow

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Diwali Firecracker Dispute Leads to Shooting in LucknowSaralnama

A man was shot in Thakurganj, Lucknow on during a Diwali firecracker dispute. Deependra Kumar Singh asked neighbors to light firecrackers away from his house as they were disturbing his cow. Angered by this, Vikas Singh shot Deependra in the head. The injured man is undergoing treatment at the Trauma Center. Police are investigating based on a complaint filed by the victim's brother. To avoid such incidents, discuss firecracker use with neighbors before Diwali celebrations. (Updated 21 Oct 2025, 02:06 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • A man was shot in Thakurganj, Lucknow on 6 Nov 2023 during a Diwali firecracker dispute
  • Deependra Kumar Singh asked neighbors to light firecrackers away from his house as they were disturbing his cow
  • Angered by this, Vikas Singh shot Deependra in the head