Overview

• Five workers suffocated and died after inhaling toxic smoke from a malfunctioning dryer at Rajgarhiya Foods rice mill in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh.
• Three other workers were hospitalized in stable condition after being rescued by the fire department, which deployed two fire tenders to the site.
• Preliminary investigations suggest the dryer developed a technical snag, emitting smoke that overwhelmed the workers as they attempted to inspect the issue.
• The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister expressed condolences to the victims' families and directed officials to ensure proper treatment for the injured.
• A joint investigation team, including fire, labour, and technical officials, has been formed to determine the root cause and recommend safety measures.