Telangana: A devastating explosion rocked a chemical factory in the industrial hub of Pashamailaram in Telangana’s Sangareddy district on Monday morning, leaving six workers feared dead and at least 20 others injured. The blast occurred around 9 a.m. at the premises of Sigachi Industries, triggering a massive fire that engulfed large sections of the facility.
According to initial reports, the explosion originated from a reactor unit inside the factory, where several workers were stationed at the time. Eyewitnesses described the sheer impact of the blast as catastrophic, with some workers reportedly hurled several meters into the air. The explosion caused a portion of the factory’s structure to collapse and fire quickly spread to adjoining buildings within the compound.
The incident caused widespread panic among employees working not just at Sigachi Chemicals, but also at nearby industrial units. Dozens of workers rushed out of the premises in fear as thick smoke billowed from the site.
Emergency services responded swiftly. At least 11 fire engines were deployed to battle the blaze, while rescue personnel from fire services, police, and local administration began coordinated efforts to evacuate and assist those affected. Ambulances were seen ferrying the injured to nearby hospitals—both government and private. Several of the injured are in critical condition, according to medical sources.
Rescue teams, fearing that more workers may be trapped under the debris, deployed earthmovers to clear the collapsed sections of the facility. The factory is known to employ migrant laborers from states such as Odisha and Uttar Pradesh, raising concerns that some workers may still be unaccounted for.
While an official confirmation of fatalities is still awaited, authorities indicated that six workers likely died on the spot, and one critically injured worker may have succumbed at the hospital.
Sangareddy District Collector P. Pravinya and Superintendent of Police Paritosh Pankaj were among the senior officials who rushed to the site to oversee rescue and relief operations. Personnel from neighboring industrial units and other departments have joined hands in the ongoing efforts.
The cause of the explosion is yet to be determined, and a detailed investigation will be launched once the situation is under control.
Further updates are awaited as rescue operations continue and authorities assess the full extent of the damage.
