Overview

• The spill occurred late Monday when a ladle at the Steel Melting Shop-2 leaked molten metal, and water used to cool the spill produced a surge of steam that caused the burns.
• All five workers suffered steam-related burn injuries, were treated at Bokaro General Hospital and have since been discharged.
• SAIL officials said no further casualties were reported and that normal production continued uninterrupted.
• An internal inquiry has been launched to determine whether mechanical failure or procedural lapses led to the SMS-2 ladle spillage.
• Labour unions had previously urged stricter safety enforcement at Bokaro Steel Plant, and this incident has renewed calls for enhanced worker protections.