Impact Level: Warning

Locations Affected: Patancheru, Telangana, India

Tracking Id: RINTP390242071

Current Updates:

• 2025-07-01 05:18:03 PM
Officials have indicated that the explosion was caused by a pressure build up when the workers were operating the spray dryer. After the initial blast, fine dust chemical particles accelerated the the spread and intensity of the subsequent fire.

• 2025-07-01 05:16:34 PM
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy visited the site on Tuesday (01 July) morning and sought a detailed report on the accident. He has also reportedly instructed officials to conduct inspections in all chemical companies in the state.

• 2025-07-01 05:15:14 PM
As of Tuesday (01 July) afternoon, the death toll in the Pashamylaram factory blast had risen to 36. At least 17 perons still remain missing, with search and rescue operations ongoing.

Description:

According to reports, update on the chemical factory explosion that occurred at the Pashamylaram industrial area, as of Tuesday (01 July):

• At least 17 people were killed and 30 others injured in the explosion that occurred at Sigachi Industries Private Limited, in Pashamylaram near Hyderabad.
• A majority of the victims were reportedly trapped under the production unit housing the reactor when it collapsed.
• The company has stated that it will halt operations at the facility for 90 days, citing damage to equipment and structures within the plant from the fire.

Background:

An explosion took place at the Sigachi Industries Private Limited, a pharmaceutical unit in Pashamylaram near Hyderabad, on Monday (30 June) morning. The explosion, suspected to have been caused by a reactor blast, resulted in a huge fire, engulfing parts of the facility.

Impact:

Further details are awaited as relief operations and investigations are ongoing. Authorities are anticipated to maintain increased vigilance in the area, and local cordons remain likely. Additional deployment of personnel is also anticipated to maintain the law and order situation.

Authorities and regulatory bodies are likely to carry out inspections and safety audits at chemical factories and plants across Telangana, following the orders of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. The Telangana Government may also implement enhanced vigilance and amended safety protocols for chemical factories within the state.

Sources:
• https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/over-12-workers-injured-in-reactor-blast-at-pharma-unit-in-pashamylaram/article69754190.ece
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https://www.reuters.com/world/india/least-10-dead-after-fire-sigachi-chemical-plant-indias-telangana-media-reports-2025-06-30/#:~:text=HYDERABAD%2FBENGALURU%20June%2030%20(Reuters
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https://indianexpress.com/article/india/telangana-pharma-plant-explosion-death-toll-rises-official-10098766/