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Sigachi Industries Suspends Operations After Telangana Plant Blast, Denies Reactor Explosion

A government panel investigates suspected pressure buildup in the spray-dryer unit after 36 workers died

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Rescue workers look for survivors after an explosion and fire at a chemical factory, in Sangareddy, in the southern state of Telangana, India, June 30, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer     TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Overview

  • Rescue operations have concluded with 36 confirmed fatalities and DNA profiling under way to identify victims whose remains were badly charred
  • Sigachi Industries has halted production at its Pashamylaram facility for 90 days, citing full insurance coverage and pledging support to the affected families
  • Police registered an FIR against the plant’s management under Sections 105, 110 and 117 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for culpable homicide and grievous hurt
  • A five-member committee led by the chief secretary has been appointed to probe technical and managerial failures, including outdated machinery and missing safety systems
  • Telangana authorities and the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund have promised ex-gratia payments of up to ₹1 crore to each deceased worker’s family and assistance for the injured