Haldia Petrochemicals pipeline fire injures few, theft suspected

A fire broke out at a Haldia Petrochemicals pipeline in Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, injuring a few people. The company suspects the incident occurred near an unauthorised naphtha theft point. Train services in the area were also disrupted.

A fire broke out at a pipeline of Haldia Petrochemicals Limited in West Bengal's Purba Medinipur district on Tuesday, leaving a few people reportedly injured, the company said.

HPL Issues Statement

In a statement, Haldia Petrochemicals Limited (HPL) said it was aware of the incident at its Haldia facility and was extending all necessary support to the concerned authorities. "We are aware of an incident that occurred at our Haldia facility, in which a few people have reportedly sustained injuries. Our thoughts are with those affected, and we are extending all necessary support to the concerned authorities. Preliminary information suggests that the incident may have occurred in the vicinity of an unauthorised naphtha theft point located in the plant vicinity," HPL said.

The statement further added, "The exact cause of the incident is currently under investigation in coordination with the relevant authorities. At this stage, it would be premature to comment further or attribute responsibility until the investigation is complete.

Train Services Affected

Meanwhile, South Eastern Railway said train movement between Haldia and Durgachak in the Kharagpur Division was suspended from 5:20 am due to a gas pipe burst near Silpa Pravesh Gate.

Railway authorities said the 38052 Haldia-Howrah Local remained cancelled on June 30, while the 38051 Howrah-Haldia Local was short-terminated at Durgachak. The 38054 Haldia-Panskura Local was short-originated from Durgachak. (ANI)

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