THRISSUR: Man suffered serious burns when a firecracker fell on his bike and burst into flames. Srikanth, a native of Chalakudy Pariyaram, was burnt. The incident took place around 5:45 am near Chalakudy Pariyaram Angadi Chapel. Srikanth was coming to buy meat. At this time a firecracker fell on the bike and exploded. The bike's petrol tank exploded in the incident. The fire also spread to the nearby shop.

The accident took place during the Thirunal celebrations at Pariyaram St George's Church. Firecrackers were burst during the festival parade. Srikanth came to buy chicken from a shop which was on the route of the parade. Srikanth was waiting at the bike after ordering chicken. Meanwhile, the lit crackers fell on the bike and caught fire. Srikanth, who suffered severe burns, was shifted to a private hospital in Thrissur. Chalakudy police registered a case and started investigation.