Jabalpur: Two persons were killed and 11 others sustained injuries in an explosion that occurred at the Ordnance Factory Khamaria in Jabalpur while filling gunpowder into bombs, on Tuesday. The injured workers have been transported to a private hospital in Jabalpur for treatment.
According to Anand Sharma, employee leader of the ordnance factory, two employees, Alex and Randhir, died in the explosion.
The incident took place in the 1000-pound bomb unit within the factory's F6 area, resulting in substantial damage to the building. Witnesses described a loud blast that reverberated through the facility, indicating the severity of the explosion. Despite the chaos, there has been no official statement from the Ordnance Factory regarding the cause of the blast or the extent of damage.
The Ordnance Factory Khamaria, managed by the Ministry of Defence, is crucial to India's military capabilities, manufacturing various weapons, including bombs for fighter aircraft and tanks. The process of filling gunpowder into bombs is known to be highly sensitive, as even minimal friction can lead to ignition and explosions.
The blast occurred in a secure area of the factory where access is restricted to the authorised personnel only. As a result, the full impact of the explosion and the specifics of the incident are still unclear pending an official investigation.
Local authorities are expected to release a detailed report outlining the circumstances surrounding the explosion and the condition of the injured employees.
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