New Delhi, April 21 -- President Droupadi Murmu expressed sorrow over the loss of lives in a massive fire at a fireworks storage facility in the Mundathikode area of Thrissur district on Tuesday.

In a post on X, President Murmu prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.

"Saddened to learn about the loss of lives due to an explosion at a fireworks unit in Thrissur, Kerala. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured," said President Murmu.

13 people have been confirmed dead, while five others are in critical condition. The incident happened at a fireworks storage facility in the Mundathikode area of the Thrissur district of the state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condol...