Fire at Rajasthan Refinery Postpones PM Modi's Inauguration
A massive fire broke out at the HPCL Rajasthan refinery in Pachpadra, just one day before its scheduled inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The incident led to the postponement of the inauguration ceremony and prompted the launch of an investigation.
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Massive fire at Rajasthan HPCL refinery ahead of PM Narendra Modi's launch event
A major fire erupted at the HPCL Pachpadra Refinery in Balotra on Monday, just a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled inauguration. The blaze, reportedly originating from an exchanger explosion at the main refinery unit, triggered panic. Firefighters and district administration teams swiftly responded, evacuating employees safely. Damage assessment awaits fire control.
By VIMAL BHATIA
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By Sukalp Sharma
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The Pachpadra refinery in Balotra district is a joint venture between Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and the government of Rajasthan.
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