15/04/2026

Four Workers Killed, 15 Injured in Chhattisgarh Power Plant Blast

A boiler explosion at a Vedanta power plant in Singhitarai village, Chhattisgarh, resulted in four fatalities and at least 15 injuries. The incident occurred in the afternoon, triggering a stampede as workers attempted to escape. Local police and emergency teams responded promptly to initiate rescue operations. The injured have been transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities are assessing the situation and monitoring for any additional casualties, as some workers are still feared trapped. This incident follows a recent boiler explosion in Gujarat that killed 21 people.

Published 23 hours ago • 14 Apr 2026, 06:04 PM IST

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