RAIPUR: A devastating explosion ripped through the DSC coal furnace at a private factory Real Ispat & Power Limited located in Bakulahi village, Baloda Bazar district in Chhattisgarh, claiming the lives of seven labourers on Thursday morning and leaving ten others severely injured.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the industrial area, highlighting ongoing concerns about workplace safety in heavy industries.
According to preliminary police reports, the blast occurred suddenly while a group of workers was working near the furnace.
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on his X handle posted, “We have received the tragic news of an explosion at a sponge iron factory in the Bakulahi area of Balodabazar district. Many factory workers have reportedly died in this horrific accident. May God grant peace to the departed souls and give strength to the bereaved families to bear this immense loss.