Maharashtra Ordnance Factory Blast Kills Eight, workers trapped

Maharashtra Ordnance Factory Blast: A devastating explosion has occurred at an ordnance factory in Maharashtra, resulting in multiple fatalities.

At least Eight people have died following a massive explosion at an Ordnance Factory in Bhandara. A powerful blast occurred on Friday afternoon at the ordnance factory in Jawahar Nagar, Bhandara.

According to preliminary information, the explosion at the Ordnance Factory took place between 10:30 and 11:15 am. The intensity of the blast was so high that a section of the roof collapsed, trapping more than a dozen workers. Eight deaths have been reported so far, with fears that the death toll may rise. Rescue operations are underway.

More Than 10 Workers Trapped

Initial reports indicate that the powerful blast occurred in the RK Branch section of the Ordnance Factory located in Jawahar Nagar, near Bhandara city. The accident is believed to have been caused by an explosion in raw materials used in the manufacture of RDX. The exact cause of the accident is yet to be ascertained.

Commenting on the explosion at the ordnance factory in Bhandara, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said, “In the explosion at the ordnance factory in Bhandara district, 13 to 14 workers are reported to be trapped under the collapsed roof. According to preliminary information received so far, unfortunately, one worker has died. Five workers have been rescued.”

SDRF Deployed, Medical Teams Mobilised

CM Devendra Fadnavis stated that the District Collector and Superintendent of Police are at the scene and providing all possible assistance. SDRF and Nagpur Municipal Corporation teams are reaching the spot for rescue operations. The district administration is engaged in rescue work in coordination with the defence forces. Teams have also been kept ready for medical assistance.