Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sorrow over a tragic fire at a chemical manufacturing unit in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, which resulted in seven fatalities and left two individuals feared trapped. The Vice President conveyed heartfelt condolences to the affected families and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. Similarly, the Prime Minister extended sympathies to the victims’ families and prayed for the swift healing of the injured.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also shared his condolences, expressing deep sadness over the loss of lives in the fire at the Khushkheda Industrial Area. The Chief Minister directed the district administration to initiate relief and rescue operations, offering prayers for the departed souls and a quick recovery for the injured individuals. Approximately 25 workers were present during the incident, which occurred at plot number G-1-118 B in the Khuskheda Karauli Industrial Area.
Following the sudden outbreak of the fire inside the private industrial unit, the RIICO Fire Brigade, along with fire tenders from Khuskheda and Bhiwadi fire stations, responded promptly. Firefighters battled the blaze for about one and a half hours before gaining control. The severity of the fire led to the recovery of several bodies in a charred state, while injured workers were promptly taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Authorities are yet to determine the exact cause of the fire, with a magisterial inquiry initiated to investigate potential safety protocol lapses. Tijara Deputy Superintendent of Police Shivraj Singh is overseeing the preliminary investigation, while senior district officials are conducting a thorough review of the situation. The tragic incident has raised concerns about workplace safety standards in the industrial area.
