4 Killed, 18 Injured in Pharmaceutical Plant Explosion

At least four people were killed and over two dozen sustained injuries after a reactor exploded at a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalle district in India on Wednesday. 

The incident occurred at Escientia Company, located within the Achutapuram Special Economic Zone. The explosion, which took place at the pharma firm’s plant, caused significant damage and resulted in multiple injuries.

The accident took place during lunchtime, which helped prevent a larger catastrophe.

Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, and the injured were immediately transported to the NTR Hospital and other private hospitals for treatment. 

Local news sources state the cause of the explosion was a reactor at the plant.

Following the explosion, the Andhra Pradesh Home Minister directed the district collector and the Superintendent of Police to visit the site and ensure that the injured workers receive the best possible medical care.

Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the reactor blast.