Section 286 of IPC : Section 286: Negligent conduct with respect to explosive substance

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a construction worker, is responsible for handling dynamite at a construction site in Mumbai. One day, while transporting the dynamite, he carelessly leaves it unattended in an area where workers frequently pass by. Due to his negligence, another worker accidentally triggers the dynamite, causing an explosion that injures several people. Ravi's negligent conduct with the explosive substance endangers human life and causes injury, making him liable under Section 286 of the Indian Penal Code.

Example 2:

Sunita, a fireworks manufacturer in Chennai, stores large quantities of fireworks in her warehouse. She fails to follow the safety protocols and does not install proper fire extinguishers or take other necessary precautions to prevent accidents. One day, a small fire breaks out in the warehouse, leading to a massive explosion that damages nearby properties and injures several people. Sunita's failure to take adequate safety measures with the explosive substances in her possession constitutes negligent conduct under Section 286 of the Indian Penal Code.