Dozens of fire trucks are trying to douse the flames. The search and rescue operation was complicated by thick smoke in the plant area.
In the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, an explosion at a pharmaceutical plant killed 14 people. The Indian Express reported this on Wednesday, August 21.
It is stated that the incident took place in the city of Anakkapalle in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
“The explosion and fire occurred during the lunch break at the Escientia plant in the Atchuthapuram Special Economic Zone, where many pharmaceutical companies are based,” the statement said.
Officials said the entire area was filled with thick smoke, making rescue efforts difficult.
Several Escientia employees gathered outside the company’s office demanding compensation for the victims. The protesters also called for the punishment of those responsible for safety at the company, as they believe that the explosion occurred due to the negligence of these people.
Escientia employs more than a thousand people and is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the SEZ.
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