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At least five people lost their lives and five others sustained injuries in a devastating explosion at an explosives manufacturing factory in Nagpur's Dhamna village. The incident occurred at Chamundi Explosive Pvt Ltd, located within the jurisdiction of Hingna police station, approximately 25 km from Nagpur city.
According to Nagpur's police commissioner Ravinder Singhal, the blast claimed the lives of five individuals, including four women. "Our investigation is ongoing. Our team, crime branch, and senior officers are present on the spot, and action is being taken," Singhal.
Tragic explosion at Chamundi Explosive Pvt Ltd in Nagpur claims five lives, injures five. Investigation ongoing.
— shorts91 (@shorts_91) June 13, 2024
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The explosion occurred around 1 pm while workers were engaged in packing explosives. A local police official reported that the bodies of the deceased workers have been transported to a hospital for postmortem examinations. The injured are receiving medical treatment, and the exact cause of the explosion is under investigation.
NCP-SCP leader Anil Deshmukh stated that both the manager and owner of the unit are currently absconding. "This incident took place in the afternoon, and the manager and owner of the unit are absconding. The injured have been sent to the hospital for treatment. A team from the explosives department is here, and further investigation is underway," Deshmukh told.
At least 3 #killed and ten injured in blast at explosives #factory near #Nagpur
— Lokmat Times Nagpur (@LokmatTimes_ngp) June 13, 2024
The incident took place at Chamundi #Explosive Pvt Ltd at Dhamna village under #Hingna police station limits, around 25 km from here. pic.twitter.com/JTnyEjarrU
This tragic event is not an isolated occurrence in Maharashtra. Just last month, a major fire broke out in the industrial area of Dombivli in Thane district on May 23, resulting in the deaths of five people and severe injuries to 56 others. The fire, accompanied by massive smoke, was caused by a boiler explosion at the Amber Chemical Company.
Additionally, on January 18, another explosion at a chemical factory in Thane resulted in the death of one worker and injuries to four others. The blast led to a significant fire, causing tempos and vehicles parked nearby to catch fire as chemicals filled in drums exploded and spilt.
Following the Nagpur explosion, former Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh emphasized the urgency of the situation, highlighting the need for immediate investigation and accountability. The presence of a team from the explosives department indicates the seriousness with which the authorities are handling the incident.
At least ten #workers were injured, three of them seriously, in a #blast at an explosives-manufacturing factory near #Nagpur city on Thursday, June 13, afternoon, police said.
— News Daily 24 (@nd24_news) June 13, 2024
The incident took place at Chamundi Explosive Pvt Ltd at Dhamna village under Hingna (cont) pic.twitter.com/gAFDxyCd1n
Maharashtra Minister Uday Samat also reached the spot to oversee the firefighting and rescue operations, which continued for hours after the blast.
The tragic explosion at the Chamundi Explosive Pvt Ltd factory has once again brought to light the critical need for stringent safety measures and regulations in industries dealing with hazardous materials. As investigations continue, the families of the victims and the injured workers await justice and answers regarding the cause of this devastating incident.
