Sigachi fire kills 12 in Telangana

Hyderabad : An explosion at a chemical factory in Pashamylaram Industrial Area of
Telangana’sSangareddy district killed at least 12 workers, and critically injured 22 others. The incident occurred at the Sigachi Chemicals facility in Patancheru, where a reactor reportedly exploded during routine operations. The blast triggered a massive fire within the factory premises, prompting emergency response teams to rush to the site. Preliminary information suggests that the explosion occurred without any prior warning, catching workers off guard. According to officials, six workers died on the spot, while two others succumbed to injuries during treatment. At least 22 people are undergoing treatment in hospitals, two to three of whom are said to be in critical condition. Inspector General of Police Satyanarayana confirmed that the fire is yet to be brought fully under control. “Eight people have died in the incident. 26 people are undergoing treatment in hospitals with serious injuries,” he had said earlier in the day. He added that firefighting personnel, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), the
National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Hydra cranes, and local police are actively
involved in rescue operations. “At the time of the accident, around 150 workers were
present. About 90 of them were at the exact spot where the blast occurred,” Satyanarayana said. Local authorities and fire personnel were engaged in rescue and containment efforts, with the injured shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. The
police cordoned off the area, and measures were being taken to ensure the fire did not spread further. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the explosion and assess whether safety protocols were followed. As of now, the extent
of damage to the facility remains unclear. Further details are awaited. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy inquired about the details from officials regarding the fire accident. He expressed grief over the incident and issued orders to intensify relief measures. He directed that all necessary actions be taken to rescue any workers
trapped in the factory and to provide emergency medical assistance to the injured.

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