A boiler explosion at Shriram Power Plant in Kujju OP area of Ramgarh district left two workers severely injured on Monday morning. Both labourers, who sustained serious burn injuries, were first taken to Prime Hospital at Kaitha and later referred to Dev Kamal Hospital in Ranchi for advanced treatment. Their condition is reported to be critical.
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Workers Identified, Condition Critical
The injured workers have been identified as Netlal Thakur of Murpa and Abdul Ansari of Chumba village. According to eyewitnesses, both were working near the boiler when it suddenly burst, engulfing them in flames. The quick response of colleagues and local administration helped shift them to hospital without delay, but doctors have described their condition as very serious.
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Allegations of Safety Negligence
Workers at the plant alleged that safety arrangements remain inadequate despite repeated incidents in the past. “The management takes work from us but does not ensure proper safety measures. Such accidents keep happening here,” said worker Sikandar Ansari, hinting at a pattern of negligence.
Sources claimed that the plant management is attempting to keep the incident under wraps to avoid scrutiny. Local labour representatives have demanded an immediate investigation and strict enforcement of safety norms to prevent recurrence of such accidents. The district administration is expected to send a report to the State Labour Department for further action.
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