Nitrogen Gas Leak in Rajasthan's Beawar Claims Life; 40 Hospitalized

Jaipur, April 1 (NationPress) One individual lost their life and 40 others were affected due to a nitrogen gas leak from a tanker located inside the warehouse of an acid factory in Rajasthan's Beawar.

This incident unfolded around 10 p.m. on Monday at the Sunil Trading Company situated in the Badiya area, under the jurisdiction of the Beawar police station. The gas leak also tragically resulted in the demise of several pets and stray animals.

The deceased was the factory owner, Sunil Singhal, who attempted to manage the gas leak throughout the night but ultimately succumbed to its effects. His health worsened, necessitating his transfer to a hospital in Ajmer, where he later passed away.

Sources indicate that nitrogen gas leaked from a tanker stored in the company's warehouse. The leak was so catastrophic that it rapidly spread to nearby residential areas, affecting residents inside their homes. Many experienced symptoms such as suffocation and eye irritation, prompting over 60 individuals to be rushed to government and private hospitals in Beawar for medical assistance. Upon notification, police and administrative officials, including the DM, SP, and fire brigade teams, successfully managed to contain the gas leak by around 11 p.m.

As a precautionary measure, authorities evacuated the vicinity to avert further casualties. The administration continues to closely monitor the situation. Although the immediate impact of the gas has diminished, a sense of panic still prevails among residents.

District Collector Dr. Mahendra Khadgawat has ordered the factory to be sealed and has instructed the police to initiate a case promptly. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the leak and to evaluate additional safety measures to avert similar incidents in the future.

Ward councilor Hansraj Sharma noted that residents alerted him regarding the gas leak from a local acid factory. He swiftly notified the fire brigade and administration. The fire brigade team arrived promptly and successfully managed to contain the leak by 11 p.m. SDM Divyansh Singh, who was present at the scene, confirmed that the leaked gas was nitrogen.

The administration reassured nearby residents that the situation was under control. Authorities have also mandated a safety inspection of the acid factory to prevent future occurrences.

As a result of the gas leak, local residents experienced breathing difficulties. To mitigate the gas's effects, local administration and fire department personnel poured water on the tanker and secured the lid, after which the situation was brought under control. This incident caused widespread panic in the area. The administration has advised residents to exercise caution and implement necessary safety measures to prevent further accidents. Treatment for those affected by the gas continues, while the administrative team initiates an investigation into the incident.