Overview

• K. T. Rama Rao condemned the state government for sending the mortal remains of Sigachi Industries blast victims in disposable cardboard boxes without dignity.
• He said more than 50 migrant workers died in the Pashamylaram explosion and that authorities still lack exact figures on missing individuals.
• Bereaved families have been appealing to police for information and remain without compensation or closure following the blast.
• Rama Rao contrasted the current response with the previous administration’s pandemic-era support for migrant labourers, including food distribution, medical aid and transport.
• His July 4 statements have intensified pressure on Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s government to ensure accountability, transparency and respectful treatment of victims.