Vedanta plant blast in India’s Chhattisgarh kills 14, injures 20

Boiler explosion at power facility triggers investigation as authorities probe cause

At least 14 people lose their lives and 20 others are injured after a boiler explosion at a power plant operated by Vedanta Ltd in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh, local police confirm on Wednesday.

Authorities say the cause of the explosion is not immediately determined.

The incident takes place on Tuesday at Singhitarai, located around 230 kilometres from the state capital Raipur.

District Superintendent of Police P K Thakur tells Reuters that the death toll rises to 14 and the number of injured increases to 20. He adds that the blast is likely caused by overheating in the boiler tube, though investigations continue.

In a statement, Vedanta says an “unfortunate incident” occurs at its Singhitarai plant and confirms that a detailed investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the explosion.