Death Toll Rises to 24 in Vedanta Power Plant Blast in Chhattisgarh
Death Toll Rises to 24 in Vedanta Power Plant Blast in Chhattisgarh
The Vedanta plant blast in Sakti, Chhattisgarh has claimed 24 lives with 11 injured as investigators probe safety lapses and officials promise accountability.
As of Sunday, the death toll from the Vedanta power plant blast in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district has risen to 24, with 11 workers still undergoing treatment in hospitals and two in critical condition. The incident occurred in the Singhi Tarai area of Sakti district, prompting a high-level response from authorities and ongoing investigations into the cause and safety lapses.
Eight to ten individuals, including Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal and plant head Devendra Patel, have been named in the FIR. If more persons are found responsible during the investigation, their names will be added, Sakti Superintendent of Police Prafull Thakur said. The police are leading the probe with a focus on maintenance records, safety protocols, and boiler operations at the plant.
Officials said the toll update came as emergency responders worked through the aftermath, with 11 workers hospitalized and two in critical condition. Families of the victims gathered near medical facilities as authorities pledged support and a thorough inquiry.
The blast has sparked renewed focus on industrial safety in the region and raised questions about oversight of large energy projects. Advocates for stronger safety norms say incidents like this call for faster reforms and accountability for both corporate management and regulatory bodies. As investigations continue, authorities have vowed to ensure that every aspect is examined and that those responsible face appropriate action.
