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Molten iron accident at Vizag Steel Plant leaves eight dead, six injured Updated On:09 June, 2026 10:17 AM IST|Visakhapatnam|Agencies Police said some of the injured workers suffered grievously. A rescue operations is ongoing at the plant, said an official; according to the police, molten iron spilt while being moved in a bucket by a crane The molten iron was hot at about 1600 degrees Celsius. PIC/PTI Eight workers of the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (Vizag Steel Plant) were killed and six others injured here on Monday after molten iron spilt on them, officials said. Police said some of the injured workers suffered grievously. A rescue operations is ongoing at the plant, said an official. How do you like the new new mid-day.com experience?Share your feedbackand help us improve. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

Visakhapatnam tragedy: 8 burnt to death as molten metal spills on workers at steel plant A tragic accident at Vizag Steel Plant claimed eight lives and injured six workers. A hot metal ladle fell, causing a massive fire in Steel Melting Shop One. Bodies are difficult to identify due to severe burns. Injured workers are receiving treatment for extensive burns. This incident is the plant's worst since a 2012 explosion.

Gujarat: 2 Dead, 9 Injured in Surat LPG Blast During Illegal Refilling A massive fire followed by a series of LPG cylinder explosions rocked an embroidery unit in the Kapodra area of Surat, Gujarat, at approximately 5:30 am on Thursday. The tragic incident resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left nine others with severe burn injuries. Local authorities and fire officials, who deployed over ten fire tenders to the scene, rescued eight trapped workers.Preliminary investigations suggest the blast may have been triggered by illegal gas refilling activities on the premises. The injured are currently receiving treatment at Smeimer Hospital, while a detailed probe into safety lapses is underway. Theearly morningquiet of Rachana Circle was shattered by the sound of successive explosions that caused widespread panic in the locality. According to Surat fire officials, the blaze started inside the factory and quickly engulfed the building, trapping several workers who were present during the early shift.“We received the call at 5:30 am and rushed teams from seven different fire stations. The intensity was high because of the LPG cylinders stored inside,” an official stated. While …

Vizag Steel Plant accident: Centre announces Rs 25 lakh ex gratia, job ... PTI Visakhapatnam: The Centre has announced an ex gratia of Rs 25 lakh for the families of each worker killed in the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd ( Vizag Steel Plant) accident, besides permanent employment to one family member and other support measures, according to Union Steel Minister H D Kumaraswamy . A severe explosion erupted at the Steel Melt Shop-1 of the plant during casting operations involving molten steel on Monday evening, killing eight workers and injuring six others. The blast triggered a massive fire. Read more: Eight workers killed in Vizag Steel Plant as molten iron spills; PM, CM condole deaths RINL authorities have launched investigations into the cause of the accident. "We will provide Rs 25 lakh ex gratia to the family of each deceased employee, whether regular or outsourced. One member of every affected family will be given permanent employment and children will be provided free education," Kumaraswamy said, addressing a press conference late on Monday. Live Events Kumaraswamy, accompanied by Union Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu, Vizag MP M Sribharat and Andhra Pradesh Home Mi…

Trapped gases triggered deadly Vizag Steel Plant blast, says ... The deadly explosion at the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL), also known as Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh’s Visakhapatnam, which killed eight workers, was caused by “sudden release of entrapped gases from liquid steel”, a preliminary investigation by the chief inspector of factories has found. According to the investigation report, the explosion took place at around 4.15 pm Monday when the full steel ladle was being “rotated and centred” for casting. “Before opening the slide gate”, a sudden explosion took place, causing the ladle to tip and molten steel tofall on those working on the floor below. With the explosion, “the overhead crane also caught fire”. A “ball of fire” rose from the explosion and extended up to the ceiling, a worker reported to the inspector of factories, the report read. Sources in the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant management said an external safety audit is held every year and internal inspections are conducted every three months by the safety engineering department of the plant, which is under the Union Ministry of Steel. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister NChandrababu Naiduexpressed s…

Molten vat kills eight workers in horrific scenes at Indian factory | The Nightly Molten vat kills eight workers in horrific scenes at Indian factory An incident involving a molten vat has burned at least eight workers alive in shocking scenes at a factory in India. David Johns The Nightly 1 Min Read 3 hours ago Updated 3 hours ago Shaky footage from the scene shows the horrific aftermath of the vat accident. Credit: Twitter / @revathitweets An incident involving a molten vat has burned at least eight workers alive in horrific scenes at a factory in India. Shaky video footage from the scene, posted to X, shows chaotic scenes inside the factory at RINL Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The ladle crane that lifts the molten steel reportedly became dislodged, spilling off tonnes of super hot liquid metal. Sign up to The Nightly's newsletters. Get the first look at the digital newspaper, curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox. By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy . Eight nearby workers were killed instantly. As many as six others were injured in the accident. Loading Tweet The footage on X shows fire and emergenc…

8 workers killed in Vizag Steel Plant as molten iron spills At least eight workers of the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (Vizag Steel Plant) were killed and six others injured here on Monday after molten iron spilt on them, officials said. Police said some of the injured workers suffered grievously. "Eight workers were killed, and six others were injured, some of them grievously," an official told PTI. We are undertaking rescue operations, said an official earlier. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep anguish over the deaths. He directed that all departments should work in coordination to extend help, according to a press release from the CM's office. According to the police, molten iron spilt while being moved in a bucket by a crane. Police said the molten iron was extremely hot at about 1,600 degrees Celsius. The Tribune, now published from Chandigarh, started publication on February 2, 1881, in Lahore (now in Pakistan). It was started by Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia, a public-spirited philanthropist, and is run by a trust comprising five eminent persons as trustees.The Tribune, the largest selling English daily in North India, publishes news and views without any bia…

Uttar Pradesh: Cold storage collapse in Prayagraj leaves four dead ... A cold storage facility in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj collapsed on Monday, leaving as many as four labourers dead and injuring 12 others, said officials. The incident happened in the afternoon following multiple rescue teams, including those of fire brigade and the police, reached the spot. An official stated that it is suspected that the blast happened due to an explosion following leak of ammonia gas. This caused panic in the area after which a team of the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) was also rushed to the spot to assist in the rescue operation, the official said, adding that the injured were shifted to a hospital. A probe has now been launched to find out the exact cause of the incident, Prayagraj District Magistrate Manish Kumar Verma told reporters. He further said that a committee has been formed under ADM Finance to investigate the incident, adding that it will likely submit a report within 24 to 48 hours. "Only then will we be able to determine the exact cause," he said. "Regarding the injured, twelve people are being treated at the Hospital. Four people have died, and we are contacting their …

Nara Lokesh meets kin of Vizag steel plant accident victims I t is well known that eight people died and six others were critically injured in an accident at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant yesterday. Advertisement On Tuesday morning, State Ministers Nara Lokesh and Anitha, Union Minister Srinivasa Varma, MP Sri Bharat, and others visited the affected families at Visakhapatnam's KGH. Lokesh inquired about the details of the accident from the families. Meanwhile, Labour Minister Vasamsetti Subhash visited the victims of the steel plant accident who are undergoing treatment at KIMS Icon Hospital in Visakhapatnam. Meanwhile, three bodies were reportedly recovered from the site of the accident.

Vizag Steel Plant Blast: Death at 1,600°C: How 150 ton of liquid steel charred workers after massive blast at Vizag steel plant; 8 dead, toll likely to rise | Vijayawada News - The Times of India The TOI City Desk is an indefatigable team of journalists dedicated to bringing you the pulse of cities from across the nation, all day and all night. Our mission is to curate, report, and deliver city news that matters to readers of The Times of India. With a keen focus on urban life, governance, culture, and local issues, we provide a comprehensive view of the ever-evolving cityscapes. Our team works tirelessly to keep readers informed about the latest developments, ensuring that they are connected to the heartbeat of cities across India, right when it happens. The TOI City Desk is a trusted source for staying in touch with the local stories that shape your world.Read More

8 dead as molten metal falls on workers at Vizag steel plant At least eight workers were killed on Monday when a ladle carrying molten steel broke and caused amassive fireat the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL) plant, also known as Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, officials said. At least six workers were injured in the incident and taken to nearby hospitals. Multiple fire trucks and dozens of firefighters were pressed to bring the fire under control. Visakhapatnam District Collector M Abhishikth Kishore confirmed that eight people died. “The mishap occurred at 4.15 pm. The injured have been admitted to two private hospitals where they are stable,” he said. Officials said the temperature of the molten steel in the large industrial ladle was around 1,500-1,600 degrees Celsius. The Union Ministry of Steel said a sudden explosion had triggered the accident. “At the time of the incident, casting operations were underway at Caster-2 of Steel Melt Shop-1. Before the slide gate could be opened to pour hot crude steel from the ladle to the tundish for further casting, a sudden and severe explosion took place. A large ball of fire rose to the ceiling of the shop, and Overhead Crane-2 subsequ…

visakhapatnam: Andhra CM orders probe into Visakhapatnam fishing ... ANI Andhra CM orders probe into Visakhapatnam fishing harbour fire incident Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mogan Reddy on Monday ordered the officials to conduct an inquiry into the fire incident at Visakhapatnam fishing harbour . "Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy ordered the officials to conduct a deep investigation into the incident," the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Office (CMO) said. A massive fire broke out at the Visakhapatnam fishing harbour on the intervening nights of Sunday and Monday, police said. Earlier, CM Reddy announced compensation for the fishermen who lost their boats due to the fire in the Visakhapatnam fishing harbour and ordered the officials to provide 80 per cent of the value of the burned boats as compensation. According to the instructions of the Chief Minister, the District Collector along with Minister Seediri Appalaraju went to the accident scene and assured necessary support to the people who had lost their boats. In the accident, 36 boats were burned, and another 9 boats were partially damaged. Live Events "The fire accident at the harbour damaging the boats is a big blow t…

Death toll in Vizag steel plant blast rises to 10; RINL initiates ... Subscribed with another email? Logout and Login with that one. Account subscription benefits alongside Premium Stories, Editorials, Opinions and more. Unlock these with Subscription Updated - June 13, 2026 08:45 pm IST - VISAKHAPATNAM Flames erupting in the SMS-1 unit of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Visakhapatnam on June 8, 2026. File | Photo Credit: PTI The death toll in the industrial accident at the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), the corporate entity of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP), rose to 10 on Saturday following the death of another worker while undergoing treatment at the MGM Seven Hills Hospital. The deceased was identified as Gokivada Suribabu, a contract worker, who had suffered severe burns in the accident at the Steel Melt Shop-1 (SMS-1) of the plant on June 8. He is survived by his wife Varalakshmi and their two children, Lokesh and Parimala. TDP State president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao visited the bereaved family to offer his condolences. Eight workers had lost their lives in the immediate aftermath of the accident, while another, identified as K. Paidiraju (53), succu…

Eight workers killed, six injured in molten steel ladle explosion at Vizag steel plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, police say. Emergency response teams deployed to the site. #India #IndustrialAccident

Andhra CM orders probe into Visakhapatnam fishing harbour fire incident ... VISAKHAPATNAM : Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mogan Reddy on Monday ordered the officials to conduct an inquiry into the fire incident at Visakhapatnam fishing harbour. “Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy ordered the officials to conduct a deep investigation into the incident,” the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Office (CMO) said. A massive fire broke out at the Visakhapatnam fishing harbour on the intervening nights of Sunday and Monday, police said. Earlier, CM Reddy announced compensation for the fishermen who lost their boats due to the fire in the Visakhapatnam fishing harbour and ordered the officials to provide 80 per cent of the value of the burned boats as compensation. According to the instructions of the Chief Minister, the District Collector along with Minister Seediri Appalaraju went to the accident scene and assured necessary support to the people who had lost their boats. In the accident, 36 boats were burned, and another 9 boats were partially damaged. More Read Fire breaks out in midday meal room of govt school in Harapanahalli village, no casualties Bus gets stuck in slush for 2 hou…

Vizag Steel Plant mishap: Death toll rises to 9, expert panel to ... The death toll rose to nine on Wednesday following the death of another worker in the accident at Andhra Pradesh’s Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) also known as Visakhapatnam Steel Plant onMonday, officials said. Visakhapatnam district joint collector G Vidyadhari said that a contract worker K Pydi Raju succumbed to severe burn injuries at Seven Hills Hospitals at 8.17am on Wednesday. “He was one of the two workers among the six injured who suffered 90% burns,” she said. The body was shifted to King George Hospital for post-mortem and was handed over to his family members, Vidyadhari added. Meanwhile, the three-member expert committee appointed by the Union Ministry of Steel to investigate the cause visited the accident site for the second consecutive day on Wednesday. The committee is headed by Bokaro Steel Plant director-in-charge Priya Ranjan and comprises Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL) chief general manager Jitendra Kumar and retired SAIL chief general manager Gopal Singh. A senior official familiar with the matter said the experts’ preliminary investigation revealed that an explosion in the lad…

Death toll in Vizag steel plant blast rises to 10 Gokivada Suribabu, a contract worker, succumbs to burns while undergoing treatment in a private hospital in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam Steel Plant Accident Caused by Negligence of Management A MAJOR industrial tragedy struck the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) steel plant in Visakhapatnam on June 8 when an explosion triggered a massive fire and caused molten steel to spill inside the facility. RINL is the corporate entity of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP). Eight workers were killed and six others sustained injuries in the accident, officials said. The blast occurred at around 4.40 pm when a ladle carrying molten steel exploded, leading to the spillage of hundreds of tonne of molten metal. According to sources, the injured workers suffered severe burn injuries. In an official statement, RINL confirmed that the deceased included five regular employees and three contract workers. A manager-level officer was also among those who lost their lives. Dense smoke and towering flames engulfed the shop floor following the explosion, trapping several personnel inside the facility. Fire tenders and emergency rescue teams from the steel plant and state departments rushed to the spot and continued rescue and firefighting operations late into the night under hazardous conditions. Police officials overse…

CITU cites 645 safety lapses at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant; ₹1 crore sought for each blast victim The union renewed its demand after 10 workers died in a June 8 accident, saying the inquiry report is still awaited and pointing to earlier safety notices to the management

Eight workers killed, six injured in molten iron spill at ... - CNBCTV18 Eight workers killed, six injured in molten iron spill at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant A crane-mounted bucket carrying molten iron reportedly spilled at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, triggering a fatal industrial accident that claimed eight lives and left six workers injured. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief over the tragedy and announced support for affected families. By CNBCTV18.com June 8, 2026, 9:15:07 PM IST (Updated) 2 Min Read At least eight workers were killed and six others injured after molten iron spilled on them at the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL)-run Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on Monday, officials told PTI. "Eight workers were killed, and six others were injured, some of them grievously," an official said, according to PTI. The accident occurred around 4:15 pm, Visakhapatnam District Collector M Abhishikth Kishore told PTI. The injured workers were shifted to two private hospitals in the city for treatment. According to police, the incident took place when molten iron being transported in a bucket by a crane spilled onto the worke…

NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of Vizag Steel Plant accident, seeks ... The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has intervened in the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant explosion, demanding a comprehensive report from the Andhra Pradesh government after the death toll rose to nine following a volatile 1,600°C liquid steel ladle blast New Delhi:The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report regarding the death of eight workers and severe burn injuries suffered by six others in an explosion at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant of the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) in Andhra Pradesh. Observing that the contents of the news report, if true, raise a serious issue of violation of human rights, the apex human rights body has issued a notice to the Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary, seeking a detailed report within two weeks. The NHRC said the report is expected to include the status of the health of the injured workers and details regarding the payment of ex gratia compensation to them as well as to the next of kin of the deceased workers. According to the media report, the incident occurred on Monday in the steel melting shop of the plant when …

Visakhapatnam Steel Plant tragedy: Death toll rises to 10, 22 employees ... The death toll in the June 8 accident at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant rose to 10 with another worker succumbing to his injuries. G Suribabu, a contract worker, breathed his last on Saturday, June 13, at MGM Seven Hills Hospital, where he was undergoing treatment. Meanwhile, RINL management has reportedly placed 22 employees under suspension pending investigation. The suspended personnel include employees from the Steel Melt Shop, Material Management and Quality Assurance departments. The accident occurred on June 8 when a ladle carrying molten steel exploded at the Steel Melting Shop (SMS)-1 unit of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), the corporate entity of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. The molten steel leaked after the explosion of the ladle, carrying steel at a very high temperature of about 1,500 degrees Celsius. Eight workers died in the incident, and six others were injured. Before Suribabu, another worker, Kandula Paidiraju, succumbed to injuries on June 10. Two injured workers have since been discharged from hospital, while two others continue to undergo treatment and are reported to be stable…

First a blast, then molten steel at 1,500°C falls to floor: What we ... The mishap that led to thedeath of at least eight peopleat the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL) plant, also known as Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, on Monday started with an explosion. “At the time of the incident, casting operations were underway at Caster-2 of Steel Melt Shop-1. Before the slide gate could be opened to pour hot crude steel from the ladle to the tundish for further casting, a sudden and severe explosion took place. A large ball of fire rose to the ceiling of the shop, and Overhead Crane-2 subsequently caught fire,” the Union Ministry of Steel said in a statement. The eight people who died included five employees of the plant and three contract labourers. Six others were injured and taken to nearby hospitals, where they are said to be in stable condition. According to officials, the crane carrying the ladle broke, bringing the molten steel, which was at a temperature of around 1,500-1,600 degrees Celsius, down to the floor of the steel melt shop, burning several of the workers alive. Twelve workers, who had moved away just moments before the incident, had a narrow escape. They later said they …

Visakhapatnam Scrap Shop Fire: Gajuwaka Blaze Destroys Property, No ... Vizag Inferno: Massive Blaze Engulfs Scrap Yard, Lakhs Up in Smoke Nishadil March 30, 2026 0 Comments 2 minutes read 18 Views Share Save Follow Topic India News AndhraPradesh Visakhapatnam Crime CrimeNews Fire PropertyDamage ShortCircuit NoCasualties VisakhapatnamFire FireTenders OneTownPoliceStation TownKothaRoad ScrapShopFire VizagScrapShop GajuwakaBlaze Report Colossal Fire Tears Through Visakhapatnam Scrap Shop; No Casualties Reported A devastating fire erupted at a scrap shop in Visakhapatnam's Gajuwaka area late Saturday night, causing extensive damage worth lakhs but, thankfully, no injuries. Firefighting teams battled the blaze for hours. Late Saturday night, the quiet calm of Visakhapatnam's Gajuwaka area was shattered by a terrifying inferno. A colossal blaze, seemingly out of nowhere, erupted at a local scrap shop, sending plumes of thick, acrid smoke skyward and painting the night with an ominous orange glow. Thankfully, amidst the devastation and chaos, one piece of news brought immense relief: there were no casualties reported. Eyewitnesses, startled by the sudden eruption, reported the fire taki…

Fire Accident in Gajuwaka: Three People Injured - Yo Vizag Team Yo! VizagVisakhapatnam,News/City Updates10 months ago On August 17 (Sunday), a fire broke out in a shop at New Gajuwaka locality after an LPG cylinder leak triggered an accident. Police said the mishap occurred while three individuals were transferring gas from a larger cylinder into a smaller one. During the process, an eight-year-old girl accidentally struck a lighter, causing a sudden fire. All the three injured had sustained around 20% burns and were immediately shifted to hospital for treatment. Authorities stressed that transferring LPG without proper equipment is illegal and extremely hazardous, urging the public to strictly follow safety norms while handling gas cylinders. Apart from the Fire Accident in Gajuwaka, theFishing Harbour gas cylinder blastdeath toll has climbed to five. The blast occurred on August 8 at a welding shop near the harbour when a cylinder exploded, killing three people on the spot and leaving three others critically injured. The injured were undergoing treatment at King George Hospital (KGH). Of them, E Rangarao succumbed to his injuries on August 16, followed by E Yellaji, who died…

A palpable grief looms over Visakhapatnam Steel Plant tragedy A massive explosion in the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on June 8 has claimed the lives of nine persons and severely injured six others, triggering demands from the victims’ kin for accountability and long-term support, while sparking a nationwide debate on industrial safety, management accountability and privatisation. V. Kamalakara Rao reports on how the accident unfolded and how it has further aggravated the suffering of workers who have been on the warpath ever since the Union Government announced its proposal for 100% disinvestment of the plant.

16 women, 3 men among 23 killed in massive firecracker factory blast in ... 23 workers killed in blast at firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu; MK Stalin condoles A massive explosion at a fireworks factory in Kattanarpatti near Virudhunagar has claimed 23 lives, district officials said, updating the earlier toll reported by PTI. Virudhunagar District Collector said, “There have been 23 deaths so far in that incident. Of the 23 deaths, 19 bodies have been identified; 16 of them are women, and 3 are men.” Six injured persons are currently in the ICU, he added. The official also said a second blast occurred during rescue operations, leaving around 13 people — including police personnel, fire and rescue teams, revenue officials and volunteers — hospitalised. “There are no serious injuries now, and our medical team is taking care of them,” he said. Authorities have filed an FIR and launched an investigation into the incident, while a senior IAS officer has been appointed to assist the district administration and oversee ongoing rescue and relief efforts. "...My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. I have requested the Ministers K.K.S.S.R. Ramachandran and Tha…

Visakhapatnam Steel Plant accident: eight feared dead in ladle blast, fire at SMS-1 A ladle of liquid steel explodes at the Continuous Casting Department, sparking a fire and spilling molten steel across the shop floor at the RINL-run plant