A major accident at a pharmaceutical manufacturing unit in Sri City, under Satyavedu mandal, has claimed the lives of five people and left 10 others critically injured.
Tirupati: A major accident at a pharmaceutical manufacturing unit in Sri City, under Satyavedu mandal, has claimed the lives of five people and left 10 others critically injured. The incident occurred following a boiler explosion at the facility, triggering panic in the surrounding area.
Soon after receiving information about the blast, police and emergency response teams rushed to the site and began rescue and relief operations. The injured workers were immediately shifted to nearby hospitals for urgent medical treatment. Authorities are continuing to assess the situation and gather details about the incident.
The exact cause of the boiler explosion has not yet been established. Officials are expected to conduct a detailed investigation to determine what led to the accident and whether any safety lapses were involved.
Further details regarding the identities of the victims and the condition of those injured are awaited.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the boiler explosion at a private industrial unit in Sri City, Tirupati district, in which four people died. He reviewed the incident with officials and sought details of the accident. Two workers died at the spot, while two others succumbed during treatment at a hospital. One critically injured person is undergoing treatment. The Chief Minister conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and directed officials to extend all necessary support to the victims’ families.
Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Anitha expressed shock and grief over the boiler explosion at a pharmaceutical unit in Sri City. The Minister spoke to Tirupati district officials over the phone and took stock of the situation. She said it was deeply painful that workers lost their lives in the boiler blast and conveyed her heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Minister Anitha assured that the state government would stand by the families of the deceased and provide them with all necessary support. She also directed officials to ensure that those injured in the accident receive the best possible medical treatment and that all necessary medical assistance is provided without delay.
