Andhra Governor expresses anguish over death of workers in factory explosion

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 21 : Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer on Wednesday expressed sadness over the loss of life and injuries caused by an explosion at a factory in Anakapalle district.
He also wished for the speedy recovery of the injured workers and offered his heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones.
"Governor of Andhra Pradesh S Abdul Nazeer has expressed anguish and profound grief over the loss of life of several workers and injuries to others in the explosion in reactor in a chemical factory in the Atchutapuram Special Economic Zone in Rambilli of Anakapalle district on Wednesday. Governor Abdul Nazeer wished for quick recovery of the injured workers undergoing treatment in the nearby hospital and expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members," as per a press release from the Andhra Pradesh Raj Bhavan.
Three people died and seventeen were injured in a reactor explosion incident at a company in Atchutapuram SEZ in Anakapalli district.
Those who were injured in a reactor explosion incident at a company in Atchutapuram SEZ have been brought to a hospital for treatment.
"A reactor explosion took place at a private company in Achutapuram in Anakapalli district. Three people were killed and 17 injured in the incident. The injured have been admitted to two private hospitals. Rescue teams are currently unable to enter the premises due to dense smoke and rescue operations are underway. It is not clear how many people may still be trapped inside the company. Rescue teams are working to reach there as soon as possible and further updates will be provided soon," Vasamsetti Subhash, Andhra Pradesh Labour, Factories, Boilers & Insurance Medical Services Minister.
Further information is awaited.