Death toll rises to 36 after India pharmaceutical factory blast, fire
Summary
At least 36 people died after an explosion and fire at a pharmaceutical factory in Telangana, India. A government panel is looking into what caused the blast, and rescue efforts continue as authorities work to identify the victims.Key Facts
- An explosion at a factory in Telangana, India, killed at least 36 people.
- The explosion happened in the spray dryer unit, where materials are made into powder for drugs.
- The factory is run by Sigachi Industries, located about 50 kilometers from Hyderabad.
- 34 bodies were found in the debris, and 2 more people died in the hospital.
- 25 victims have not been identified yet.
- About 36 workers are being treated for burns and other injuries.
- More than 140 people were working at the factory during the explosion.
- A government panel is investigating the cause of the explosion, and operations at the factory are paused.
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