15 injured in blast at Ordnance factory in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur

The blast occurred in a refilling section of the factory located in Madhya Pradesh’s Khamaria

At least 15 people were injured in a blast that took place in the Ordinance Factory in Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur on Tuesday (October 22, 2024), police said, adding that three are critical.

Khamariya police station in-charge Gajwati Pusam told The Hindu, “Twelve people are receiving treatment at a local hospital while three critical patients have been referred to Mahakoshal Hospital.”

Additional Superintendent of Police, Anand Kaladagi told The Hindu that multiple teams are currently working on the spot to rescue any trapped persons.

The blast took place during the filling of bombs at the factory.

Published - October 22, 2024 12:30 pm IST