Eluru Range Inspector General G.V.G. Ashok Kumar inspected licensed firecracker manufacturing units in the mandals of Kothapeta, Amalapuram, Rayavaram in Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Konaseema District on Friday. Accompanied by Superintendent of Police Rahul Meena, Mr. Ashok Kumar directed the firecracker manufacturing units owners to adopt stricter safety measures to prevent any untoward incidents. The IG told the temporary and permanent license holders to not locate their units close to educational institutions.Published - October 10, 2025 09:30 pm IST