Molten Iron Spills on Workers at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, 8 Killed, Several Injured

At least 8 workers were killed and several others injured after buckets of molten iron spilled at Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd Steel Plant in Visakhapatnam on Monday. According to the police, molten iron spilt while being moved in a bucket by a crane. Police said the molten iron was extremely hot at about 1,600 degrees Celsius. The accident involved large quantity of molten steel leaked from the SMS-2 and STC-3 heat facility at the Steel Plant that spilled onto workers.The accident occurred inside the plant's steel melting unit, where molten steel reportedly spilt during operations, leading to a major industrial incident. Workers present in the vicinity suffered severe burn injuries in the mishap. The injured were immediately shifted to nearby

hospitals for treatment, while emergency response teams and plant authorities launched rescue and relief operations at the site.

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Senior officials reached the spot to assess the situation, and efforts are underway to ascertain the exact cause of the leak. Authorities are also examining whether any technical malfunction or safety lapse contributed to the incident. Further details are awaited as investigations into the accident continue.An official note from Andhra Pradesh Chief MinisterN Chandrababu Naidu's office said multiple workers were killed in the industrial accident without giving the number of casualties. Naidu expressed deep anguish over the deaths. He directed that all departments should work in coordination to extend help.

PM Modi Announces Ex-Gratia of Rs 2 Lakh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences over the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant incident and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of those who died and Rs 50,000 for the injured."Saddened by the mishap at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Praying that the injured recover at the earliest. The local authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected," Modi said in a post on 'X'.

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Former CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy Extends All Possible Help To Victim Families, Injured

Meanwhile, Former Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy expressed deep grief over the tragic accident at the Visakha Steel Plant after hot metal buckets collapsed in the Steel Melting Shop-2 (SMS-2), causing liquid steel to fall on employees.Conveying his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, YS Jagan said the loss of lives in such a devastating industrial accident was deeply painful and prayed for strength and courage for the affected families during this difficult time. He also wished a speedy recovery for the injured workers and urged the authorities to ensure the best possible medical treatment.Demanding a comprehensive inquiry into the incident, YS Jagan called for strict action against those found responsible and stressed that worker safety must remain the highest priority in all industrial establishments. He said there should be no compromise in implementing safety standards and preventive measures to avoid such tragedies in the future.YS Jagan also directed YSRCP leaders and party cadres in Visakhapatnam to extend all possible support to the victims and their families, visit the affected households, and monitor the treatment being provided to the injured. He assured that YSRCP would stand firmly with the affected families in this hour of grief.

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu Express Shock

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the accident at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. The Chief Minister spoke with officials to review the incident.He conveyed deep grief over the loss of lives of several workers in the accident. Officials briefed the Chief Minister on the current situation and the ongoing rescue and relief measures.Chandrababu directed authorities to ensure coordinated rescue and relief operations with the support of all concerned departments.