2024 Visakhapatnam Steel Plant fire and minor explosion at Steel Melting Shop 1 injures Senior Manager Rao.

On September 24, 2024, a fire and minor explosion at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant's Steel Melting Shop 1 severely injured Senior Manager Malleswara Rao, who was struck by falling liquid metal. Rao was hospitalized in critical condition. An investigation is underway. Notably, just a day prior, the plant had conducted an emergency drill simulating a Liquid Nitrogen leak, highlighting safety protocols and preparedness for handling emergencies.

September 24, 2024
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