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Massive Fire Breaks Out at Dahej GIDC Company in Bharuch, Drum Blast Heard 7 km Away
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 02:39 PM
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A large fire erupted at a Dahej GIDC facility in Bharuch, Gujarat, prompting a drum blast heard up to 7 km away. More than seven fire teams were dispatched to control the blaze, with authorities reporting no casualties so far.
A massive fire broke out at a Dahej GIDC company in Bharuch, Gujarat, early this morning, prompting a loud drum blast that could be heard as far as 7 kilometres away. Firefighters from more than seven teams were deployed to the site, working to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures.
The incident occurred at a facility within the Dahej Special Economic Zone, a hub for industrial activity in the region. While the exact cause of the fire has not yet been determined, authorities have secured the area and are investigating.
No casualties have been reported to date, and emergency services have confirmed that the fire was brought under control by the evening. Local officials have urged residents and businesses in the vicinity to remain vigilant and to follow any evacuation instructions if necessary.
The Bharuch Municipal Corporation has pledged to provide support to affected workers and to conduct a thorough review of safety protocols at the site.
The incident occurred at a facility within the Dahej Special Economic Zone, a hub for industrial activity in the region. While the exact cause of the fire has not yet been determined, authorities have secured the area and are investigating.
No casualties have been reported to date, and emergency services have confirmed that the fire was brought under control by the evening. Local officials have urged residents and businesses in the vicinity to remain vigilant and to follow any evacuation instructions if necessary.
The Bharuch Municipal Corporation has pledged to provide support to affected workers and to conduct a thorough review of safety protocols at the site.