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Assam Oil India Plant Fire Claims 3 Lives, 4 Critical; Company to Pay Compensation
✍️ Kalinga TV
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 06:06 AM
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A fire and explosion at Assam Oil India’s facility has killed three people and left four others in critical condition. The company has announced compensation for the victims’ families.
A blaze and subsequent explosion broke out at the Assam Oil India plant early this morning, according to local authorities. The incident occurred in the refinery’s storage area, where flammable materials were handled daily.
Three workers lost their lives in the sudden inferno, while four others suffered severe burns and are currently in critical condition in nearby hospitals. Rescue teams were dispatched within minutes, but the intensity of the fire hampered immediate evacuation.
In a statement released by the company, Assam Oil India confirmed that it will provide financial compensation to the families of the deceased and the injured. The compensation package will cover medical expenses, loss of income, and a lump‑sum payment for the families.
The Assam State Pollution Control Board and the local fire department are conducting a joint investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Preliminary reports suggest a possible short circuit in the storage tanks, but officials have not yet ruled out other factors.
Three workers lost their lives in the sudden inferno, while four others suffered severe burns and are currently in critical condition in nearby hospitals. Rescue teams were dispatched within minutes, but the intensity of the fire hampered immediate evacuation.
In a statement released by the company, Assam Oil India confirmed that it will provide financial compensation to the families of the deceased and the injured. The compensation package will cover medical expenses, loss of income, and a lump‑sum payment for the families.
The Assam State Pollution Control Board and the local fire department are conducting a joint investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Preliminary reports suggest a possible short circuit in the storage tanks, but officials have not yet ruled out other factors.