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4 Workers Killed as Chimney Part Collapses at Asansol Power Plant
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🗓 18 Oct 2026, 07:03 AM
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A section of a chimney at a power plant in Asansol, West Bengal collapsed, killing four workers while others escaped unharmed.
A partial collapse of a chimney at the Asansol power plant on Sunday resulted in the deaths of four workers, according to local authorities.
The incident occurred during routine maintenance work on the plant’s flue system. While the majority of the crew managed to evacuate safely, four workers were trapped in the debris and later pronounced dead.
Emergency services, including the West Bengal Fire Service and local police, responded quickly to the site. Rescue teams worked for several hours to clear the collapsed structure and provide medical assistance to the injured.
Plant officials have halted operations pending a safety audit. The West Bengal government has ordered an investigation into the incident to determine whether maintenance protocols were followed.
The incident occurred during routine maintenance work on the plant’s flue system. While the majority of the crew managed to evacuate safely, four workers were trapped in the debris and later pronounced dead.
Emergency services, including the West Bengal Fire Service and local police, responded quickly to the site. Rescue teams worked for several hours to clear the collapsed structure and provide medical assistance to the injured.
Plant officials have halted operations pending a safety audit. The West Bengal government has ordered an investigation into the incident to determine whether maintenance protocols were followed.