Survivors of Mundathikode fireworks accident in Keralam grapple with PTSD-like symptoms
Six months after the Mundathikode fireworks explosion in Thrissur, Kerala, survivors continue to experience psychological distress, including insomnia, anxiety and flashbacks. Health officials and local authorities have not yet provided dedicated mental‑health support or interventions to address these PTSD‑like symptoms. Families and victims are calling for urgent counseling services and government assistance and funding for long‑term care.