Fire at Haldia Naphtha Pipeline Injures at Least 20
A fire broke out at a facility in Haldia, West Bengal, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, involving a naphtha pipeline. The blaze injured at least 20 people, with some reports indicating five were in critical condition. Firefighters responded to the scene, and the injured were transported to hospitals.
A fire occurred at a facility in Haldia, West Bengal, involving a naphtha pipeline on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The incident injured at least 20 people, with some accounts specifying that five of the injured were in critical condition. Firefighters responded to the blaze, and the injured were taken to hospitals for treatment.
The fire caused damage to nearby structures. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire. Regarding the specific metrics of the response, accounts differ on the number of fire engines or tenders deployed to the site.
The incident has raised concerns about industrial safety. While some reports suggest the leakage was allegedly caused by theft, other details regarding the cause remain under investigation.
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