18 people were killed in an explosion that occurred on Sunday morning at the detonator packing unit of the company in Raulgaon, located in Katol tehsil of Nagpur district. Pics/PTI
Updated On: 2026-03-02 02:04 PM IST
Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed
The explosion occurred on Sunday morning at the detonator packing unit of the company in Raulgaon, located in Katol tehsil of Nagpur district
Police stated that the bodies were burnt beyond recognition, and DNA samples are being collected from family members to establish the identities of the deceased
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the cause of the explosion
PM Modi had on Sunday expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in the devastating blast at an explosives factory
Calling the incident “deeply distressing,” the Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured