Tirupati, January 2, 2025: A major fire accident occurred in Tirupati district on Wednesday night. The incident took place at MS Agarwal Steel Industries in Pennepalli, located in the Pellakur mandal. A boiler explosion triggered a massive blaze, with flames quickly spreading due to the intense heat. The sudden blast sent workers into a panic, causing them to rush out of the building. The management immediately alerted the fire department and the police.
Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene and were able to bring the fire under control. Several workers sustained injuries, and the furniture unit was completely destroyed in the fire. At the time of the incident, 20 workers were on duty. Nayyudupet DSP, Chenchubabu, visited the site to gather information and assess the situation. The company management stated that there was no loss of life in the accident. However, workers alleged that the company was spreading false information, claiming there were no fatalities, and accused them of trying to suppress the details of the incident.
The incident has raised concerns about workplace safety, with workers expressing dissatisfaction over the company’s handling of the situation. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the fire and ensure the safety of all workers at the site.
