🔥 Reactor Blast Rocks Sigachi Pharma Plant in Telangana – Death Toll Rises, Major Rescue On! 😱
- MediaFx
- Jun 30
- 3 min read
TL;DR: On June 30, 2025, a massive reactor explosion at Sigachi Industries’ pharma plant in Pashamylaram (Sangareddy, Telangana) killed between 8 and 12 people, injured dozens, and sparked a huge rescue operation. The blast destroyed a building, hurling workers up to 100 m away, and caused a 15% crash in the company’s stock. Safety lapses in the pharma sector are under scrutiny. The government has announced ex‑gratia aid, while emergency teams race to rescue trapped workers. Authorities are investigating the cause, calling for stricter industrial safety norms.
🔥 What Happened?
On Monday morning (June 30, 2025), a chemical reactor at Sigachi Industries Pvt Ltd’s Pashamylaram plant exploded, triggering a fierce fire. The blast occurred in a spray dryer/reactor unit used to process raw pharmaceutical materials—leading to a massive building collapse and widespread devastation.
⚰️ Casualties & Injuries
Death toll estimates vary between 8 to 12.
Injured count ranges from 26 to 34 people, with several in critical condition and some workers still feared trapped inside.
Eyewitnesses say workers were thrown as far as 100 meters by the blast wave.
🚨 Rescue & Response
Firefighters deployed 11 engine units, two fire-robot squads, NDRF and SDRF teams, plus earthmovers to clear debris and search for survivors.
Local officials report rescue efforts remain ongoing, with more bodies possibly trapped.
Authorities are working to identify all victims, including migrant laborers from Odisha, UP, and other states.
🏛️ Govt Aid & Official Response
PM Narendra Modi expressed condolences and announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh for victims’ families and ₹50,000 for the injured.
Telangana Health Minister Damodara Raja Narasimha confirmed 12 deaths and 34 injured.
CM Revanth Reddy assured full rescue efforts, free medical care, and demanded a probe into safety lapses.
📉 Financial Fallout
Sigachi Industries’ shares plunged ~15%, hitting a one-month low (₹47 on BSE), amid fears of operational disruption and regulatory scrutiny.
Market analysts warn of deeper investor concerns due to impending investigations and potential penalties.
⚙️ Pharma Safety Concerns
The blast occurred in a spray dryer unit, notorious for high-pressure chemical operation risks.
India has seen recurring industrial disasters in pharma and chemicals—like the 2024 Atchutapuram explosion in Andhra Pradesh with 18 dead.
Experts highlight the need for strengthening industrial safety standards, regular audits, and emergency preparedness to protect workers and communities.
🛠️ MediaFx People’s Perspective
From a people's angle, this tragedy spotlights major worker vulnerability and corporate neglect. These workers are the backbone of our global pharma supply, yet often face unsafe conditions. The state and company must be held accountable. We stand for justice, safety, and dignity—workers deserve safe workplaces and quick relief, not only ex-gratia after disaster strikes.
🗣️ What Needs to Happen Next?
➤ Immediate transparency: Full casualty and safety audit reports.
➤ Invest in safety: Upgrade reactor standards, install failsafe systems, conduct regular drills.
➤ Legal action: Hold negligent management accountable.
➤ Long-term reform: Enforce stricter safety laws in chemical and pharma industries.
💬 We Want to Hear from You!
What reforms do YOU think are essential to prevent such tragedies? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️
MediaFx Opinion:The brave working people in Telangana risked their lives for profit. The real solution is grassroots-level worker safety committees, strict laws, and regular inspections—not just disaster relief. Only people's collective action can force businesses and governments to prioritize life over profit.
