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Boiler Explosion at Kalmeshwar MIDC Injures Three Workers
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🗓 02 Nov 2026, 07:18 AM
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A boiler exploded at the Kalmeshwar industrial zone, leaving three workers injured.
A boiler blast occurred at the Kalmeshwar Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) complex, injuring three labourers on site. The explosion was reported in the early hours of the day, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
The three workers, who were operating near the equipment, sustained injuries ranging from burns to shrapnel wounds. They were rushed to the nearest hospital for treatment, while the blast caused a temporary shutdown of the affected unit.
Firefighters and rescue teams arrived promptly to contain any fire and secure the area. Officials from the Maharashtra State Fire Service and the local police have begun an investigation to determine the cause of the blast and assess compliance with safety regulations.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about industrial safety in MIDC zones, where older equipment and inadequate maintenance can pose significant risks. Authorities have urged other factories in the region to conduct thorough safety audits.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and the injured workers' conditions are confirmed.
The three workers, who were operating near the equipment, sustained injuries ranging from burns to shrapnel wounds. They were rushed to the nearest hospital for treatment, while the blast caused a temporary shutdown of the affected unit.
Firefighters and rescue teams arrived promptly to contain any fire and secure the area. Officials from the Maharashtra State Fire Service and the local police have begun an investigation to determine the cause of the blast and assess compliance with safety regulations.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about industrial safety in MIDC zones, where older equipment and inadequate maintenance can pose significant risks. Authorities have urged other factories in the region to conduct thorough safety audits.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and the injured workers' conditions are confirmed.