Four Dead After Toxic Gas Leak in Pharma Unit
A tragic nitrogen gas leak at a pharma company in Tarapur has led to the deaths of four workers and left two others battling for their lives. The incident took place on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Medley Pharmaceuticals Limited in Boisar Industrial Estate, located in Maharashtra’s Palghar district.
How the Incident Happened
According to officials, the leak occurred between 2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. inside one of the production units. A nitrogen reaction tank reportedly malfunctioned, releasing gas into the workspace. At that time, 36 employees were on duty, but six were directly exposed to the hazardous gas.
Investigation and Safety Inquiry
Emergency teams quickly moved the affected workers to Shinde Hospital, just two kilometres away from the plant. Sadly, despite prompt medical attention, four employees—identified as Kalpesh Raut, Bengali Thakur, Dheeraj Prajapati, and Kamlesh Yadav—were declared dead on arrival.
The remaining two workers, Rohan Shinde and Nilesh Hadal, were admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Doctors have confirmed that both remain under close observation and are receiving critical care.
Immediate Medical Response
In response to the nitrogen gas leak, both district disaster management officials and local police have started an investigation. Authorities are examining whether the company followed proper safety protocols and whether negligence contributed to the incident.
Vivekanand Kadam, Chief of the Palghar District Disaster Management Cell, confirmed that a detailed inquiry is underway. He also assured that more information will be shared once the assessment is complete.
Why Nitrogen Gas Leaks Are Dangerous
Industrial accidents involving gases are a major occupational hazard, especially in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries. Nitrogen, though non-toxic, can be extremely dangerous because it displaces oxygen in the air. In enclosed spaces, this lack of oxygen can lead to suffocation within minutes, leaving little time for escape or rescue.
Conclusion
This nitrogen gas leak at the pharma company in Tarapur once again highlights the importance of strict safety audits, emergency preparedness, and regular equipment checks in industrial plants. Experts stress that with better safety training and monitoring systems, such incidents can be prevented in the future.
Source: Inputs from various media Sources
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- 21 August 2025
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