Massive Blast At Ordnance Factory In Maharashtra's Bhandara: 8 Dead, Rescue Operations Underway

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:42am on 24 Jan 2025,Friday International

A devastating explosion occurred at the ordnance factory in Maharashtra's Bhandara district at 10 a.m. today, killing 8 people and injuring 7. The blast caused a roof collapse, trapping 12 workers inside; 2 have been rescued, while 10 remain stuck. Rescue operations are in full swing, with firefighters, ambulances, and the SDRF deployed. The blast took place in the factory's RK Branch section, though the cause is still unknown. Maharashtra Congress Chief Nana Patole criticized the central government, calling it a failure of governance. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the tragedy.

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