17 Deaths have been Reported in Andhra Pradesh Pharma Company Explosion
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An explosion has occurred at Escientia Advanced Sciences Pvt. Ltd., a pharmaceutical company’s facility situated in the Atchutapuram Special Economic Zone in Andhra Pradesh. Tragically, the explosion resulted in the loss of at least 17 lives and left 41 individuals injured. The individuals who sustained injuries have been transported to NTR Hospital to receive medical treatment.
The incident occurred at around 2:15 p.m. during lunchtime, preventing a potentially catastrophic disaster. Visuals from the scene portray thick smoke surging and shrouding the adjacent villages in a swirling haze. The District Collector, Vijaya Krishnan, emphasized that the incident did not result from a reactor blast, instead suggesting that it might have been caused by an electricity-related fire.
The plant currently has around 380 employees who work in two shifts. In response to the fire, six fire engines have been dispatched to extinguish the flames, and the National Disaster Response Force has been summoned to assist with rescue operations. The Collector has reported that 13 individuals who were previously trapped inside the unit have been successfully rescued.
Escientia specializes in the production of intermediate chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The production unit commenced operations in April 2019, following an investment of ₹200 crore. Situated on the expansive 40-acre campus of the Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation, Escientia’s facilities are strategically located for efficient operations and future growth.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is scheduled to visit the site tomorrow, and he is maintaining regular communication with the District Collector and police officials. In the meantime, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has conveyed his deep sadness over the tragic loss of seventeen lives. An official press release stated that the CM has assured that the government will provide full support to the families of the workers who lost their lives.
The authorities are actively investigating the cause of the explosion, and the public is eagerly awaiting further details.
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