CM Shinde on Sunday interacted with the affected families after visiting the Nagpur factory blast site. Pics/CMO
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde made a poignant visit to the factory in the Bazargaon area of Nagpur, where a devastating blast claimed the lives of nine workers and left three others critically injured earlier in the day on Sunday
The Chief Minister took immediate cognizance of the incident and, earlier in the day, announced financial aid of five lakh rupees to the families of the deceased
The statement said that Chief Minister Shinde personally inspect the situation. During his visit, he delved into the details surrounding the tragic incident and sought to understand the root causes. Expressing his condolences, he interacted with the families of the deceased workers, providing comfort and assurance of government support during this difficult time
Chief Minister Shinde emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to ascertain accountability and prevent such tragedies from recurring. He issued instructions to the officials of company, urging them to implement stringent safety measures to avert any future accidents
Nagpur Collector Bipin Itankar, along with other officials from the factory, accompanied Chief Minister Shinde during his visit. The collective focus was on understanding the circumstances leading to the blast and ensuring that immediate corrective actions are taken to prevent similar incidents, the statement said
Speaking to the bereaved families, CM Shinde assured them that justice would be served, and those responsible for the accident would be held accountable. The tragic incident has cast a somber mood over the community, prompting the authorities to prioritize both swift assistance and a comprehensive investigation, it further said
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