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Boiler Explosion at Andhra Pharma Factory Claims 5 Lives, 10 Injured
✍️ NDTV
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 01:32 PM
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A boiler explosion at a pharmaceutical plant in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday killed five workers and injured ten others, authorities said.
A catastrophic boiler explosion occurred at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of five employees and injuries to ten others.
The blast, which took place in the plant’s boiler room, was reported by local authorities to have caused extensive damage to the machinery and surrounding infrastructure.
Emergency services responded promptly, evacuating the site and providing medical assistance to the injured. Rescue teams are currently conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the explosion.
The company has suspended operations pending a safety audit and has pledged full cooperation with investigators. Workers’ families have been notified, and the state government has offered support to the affected families.
The blast, which took place in the plant’s boiler room, was reported by local authorities to have caused extensive damage to the machinery and surrounding infrastructure.
Emergency services responded promptly, evacuating the site and providing medical assistance to the injured. Rescue teams are currently conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the explosion.
The company has suspended operations pending a safety audit and has pledged full cooperation with investigators. Workers’ families have been notified, and the state government has offered support to the affected families.