Five workers, including three women, were hospitalized after a bag of chemical powder ruptured during loading operations at Sravan Shipping Services Pvt. Ltd. in Visakhapatnam. The incident occurred while workers were transferring the powder from the company’s godown to a container. Initial reports suggest that four workers are in stable condition, while one remains in the ICU.
A contract worker died and two others were injured in an accident at the Tuticorin Alkali Chemicals and Fertilizers factory on Friday. The incident occurred while workers were attempting to fix a leaky pipeline at the ammonia manufacturing plant. The deceased, identified as A Hariharan, 23, died instantly due to heavy burns and injuries sustained from an ammonia concentrate stream.
A recent chemical factory explosion in Maharashtra highlights the systemic failures in India’s labor inspection system. Despite frequent industrial accidents, poor inspection rates, and a lack of enforcement, governments are focusing on self-certification and other reforms that weaken labor protections. This article argues for a strengthened inspection system that prioritizes worker safety and holds both employers and government officials accountable.
