One killed, 5 injured after helium balloon cylinder explodes in Mysuru

MYSURU: One person was killed, and five others were injured when a helium gas cylinder, used to fill balloons, exploded near the Mysuru palace on Thursday evening, said officials.

The incident occurred at around 8.30 pm in front of the Jayamartanda gate of the Mysore Palace in the city. The balloon seller, identified as Salim (40), son of Khamaruddin and a resident of Tofiya village in Kannauj district of Uttar Pradesh, died on the spot.

According to the officials, five people who were near the incident spot also suffered injuries. The injured have been identified as Shehnaz Shabbir (54), Lakshmi (45), Kotresh Gutte (54), Manjula Nanjangud (29) and Ranjita (30). They have been admitted to the hospital and are receiving medical treatment.

The police are investigating the incident. Further details awaited. (ANI)