In the aftermath of the devastating fire that engulfed a candle-making factory in Talawade, Pune, grieving families are now confronted with the heart-wrenching task of identifying their deceased loved ones through DNA testing.
The incident, which occurred on Friday afternoon, claimed the lives of several workers, leaving families in shock and despair. Among the victims, a husband, who rushed to the Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital after receiving a call about the explosion at the factory, faced the grim reality that his wife, employed at the candle factory, had not survived the tragic event.
The deceased woman, initially a homemaker, took up part-time employment at the factory to contribute to the family income. Her decision to work was driven by the upcoming sacred thread ceremony for their son. Tragically, the factory, named Sparkling Candles, turned into the site of an unfathomable disaster.
As families mourn their losses, the process of identifying the victims adds an additional layer of anguish. Due to the severity of the injuries and the condition of the bodies, DNA testing emerges as the only viable method for accurate identification. This requirement prolongs the agony for families awaiting closure and the opportunity to lay their loved ones to rest.
The deceased woman’s husband shared the emotional toll of waiting for the DNA match before being allowed to take his wife’s body home. The tragic incident not only snatched away lives but also subjected grieving families to an agonizing wait for the formal identification process.
