Rajasthan Bhiwadi Factory Fire Update: A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in Rajasthan’s Bhiwadi following a powerful explosion on Monday, jagran.com reported.
According to initial information, seven workers were burned alive in the accident while several others are still trapped. Eefforts are underway to rescue them, jagran.com reported.
The incident occurred at a chemical factory located at plot number G1-118 in the Khuskheda Industrial Area. The accident caused chaos within the factory premises.
At the time of the incident, 20 to 25 workers were working in the factory. The fire spread so rapidly that many workers were unable to escape. Upon receiving the information, police and administrative officials, including Prashant Kiran (SP, Bhiwadi) and Sumita Mishra (ADM), arrived at the scene and supervised the rescue and relief efforts.
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Several fire engines from Bhiwadi, Khushkheda, and surrounding areas brought the fire under control after hours of effort. The administration has ordered an investigation into the factory's safety arrangements. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. A heavy police force has been deployed in the area as a precautionary measure.