Nagpur: At least 15 persons were killed in a powerful explosion at SBL Energy Limited in Rahudgaon village under the Kalmeshwar police station limits on the outskirts of Nagpur, officials confirmed on Sunday.
Superintendent of Police (Rural) Harsh Poddar verified the death toll, stating that 15 fatalities have been reported so far. The exact number of injured persons is yet to be officially confirmed, and rescue operations are ongoing at the site.
SBL Energy Limited, formerly known as Special Blasts Limited, is a major industrial explosives manufacturing company based in Kalmeshwar near Nagpur. The firm produces explosives, detonators and related materials used primarily in mining operations and infrastructure projects. The company operates under a single management structure and is considered a key player in the industrial explosives sector.
Blast in Industrial Unit
The explosion reportedly occurred within the manufacturing premises at Rahudgaon, triggering panic in the surrounding industrial area. The intensity of the blast was significant, leading to extensive damage within the facility.
Police and emergency response teams rushed to the spot soon after the incident was reported. Efforts are underway to ascertain the cause of the explosion and to determine whether safety protocols were in place at the time of the incident.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the deceased. Further details are awaited as officials continue rescue and assessment operations at the site.
The incident marks one of the deadliest industrial accidents in the Nagpur rural region in recent years. Investigations are expected to focus on compliance with industrial safety norms and the handling of explosive materials within the plant.
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