Raipur. Former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has expressed grief over the blast in the gunpowder factory in Bemetara. In his message, he said that he received the sad news of the untimely death of 10-12 workers. I pray to God for the salvation of the departed souls and the speedy recovery of the injured. It is reported that the rescue team has not arrived for 3 hours. The government and administration should ensure rescue operations and give proper compensation to the victims.
Received the sad news of the untimely death of 10-12 workers due to the blast at the gunpowder factory in Bemetara.
I pray to God for salvation of the departed souls and speedy recovery of the injured.
It is reported that the rescue team has not arrived for 3 hours.
Government and administration should ensure rescue work and…
— Bhupesh Baghel (@bhupeshbaghel) May 25, 2024
Let us tell you that a blast took place in the gunpowder factory of Special Blast Limited located in village Pirda of Berla block on Saturday morning, in which 8-10 people are reported to have died and 10-12 people are reported to have been injured. People who came under the effect of the blast were blown to pieces. Pieces of flesh have been scattered far and wide. The effect of the blast was felt several kilometers away from the factory. At the same time, many houses located around the factory are reported to be damaged. As soon as the information about the incident was received, the district administration team of Berla block reached the spot. Due to the sound of the blast in the factory, people from nearby villages have gathered in large numbers at the spot.
