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Assam CM vows action over Tengakhat fire if company is blacklisted
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 06:05 AM
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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the government will take strict action if the firm linked to the Tengakhat fire is found to be blacklisted, following the blaze that caused significant damage.
A fire broke out in the industrial area of Tengakhat, Assam, causing extensive damage to property and disrupting local activities. The blaze, which officials say started late last night, prompted an immediate response from fire services, but the extent of the loss remains under assessment.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the media on the next day, stating that the government will investigate the incident thoroughly. He added that if the company responsible for the operations at the site is found to be on the government’s blacklist, decisive legal and administrative action will be taken.
State officials have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the fire and to verify the compliance status of the firm involved. The CM emphasized that safety regulations will be strictly enforced to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Local residents expressed concern over the safety of nearby establishments, urging authorities to ensure that industrial units adhere to fire safety norms. The administration has promised regular monitoring and swift punitive measures against any violations.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by Assam’s industrial sector in balancing growth with stringent safety standards, a matter the state government says will remain a priority.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the media on the next day, stating that the government will investigate the incident thoroughly. He added that if the company responsible for the operations at the site is found to be on the government’s blacklist, decisive legal and administrative action will be taken.
State officials have launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the fire and to verify the compliance status of the firm involved. The CM emphasized that safety regulations will be strictly enforced to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Local residents expressed concern over the safety of nearby establishments, urging authorities to ensure that industrial units adhere to fire safety norms. The administration has promised regular monitoring and swift punitive measures against any violations.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by Assam’s industrial sector in balancing growth with stringent safety standards, a matter the state government says will remain a priority.