Tragedy Strikes Pashamylaram: Sigachi Pharma Plant Explosion Claims 34 Lives

In Pashamylaram, tragedy has struck as the death toll from an explosion at the Sigachi Industries pharmaceutical plant rises to 34, according to local police.

Rescue operations have revealed numerous bodies beneath the debris, with 31 victims recovered and three more succumbing to injuries at a hospital. Police Superintendent Paritosh Pankaj confirmed that the rescue efforts are ongoing.

Health officials and government representatives, including Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, plan to assess the situation at the site. Preliminary reports suggest that the explosion was likely triggered by a chemical reaction at the plant, known for producing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients and vitamin-mineral blends.

(With inputs from agencies.)