A significant fire broke out at a chemical factory in Vatva GIDC Phase 4, Ahmedabad, leading to seven injuries. The blaze reportedly resulted in two workers suffering serious burn injuries and five others with minor injuries. The fire was intense enough to cause panic in nearby residential areas, with flames visible from a distance. Firefighters managed to control the fire after several hours of effort. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation.
In response to the incident, the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH) issued a closure order under Section 40(2) of the Factory Act for the affected units. The Labour and Employment department has directed DISH to ensure compliance with safety regulations and to take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about industrial safety in the Vatva GIDC area, which has witnessed multiple fire-related incidents in recent years.
