Gas cylinder explosion in Jamshedpur residence

Mail News Service

Jamshedpur: A gas cylinder explosion wreaked havoc on Saturday afternoon at Sandeep Kumar’s residence near a washing center merely 50 meters away from Birsanagar police station. In spite of attempts to contain the initial fire that erupted in the gas cylinder that stemmed from a leak, it spread quickly leading to the explosion of the cylinder. Upon notifying the authorities, the police and Jharkhand fire department swiftly responded, deploying a fire brigade to the scene. Despite their efforts, which lasted half an hour, the fire ravaged the house, reducing all belongings to ashes.

Sandeep recounted that the cylinder, received earlier that morning at 11 a.m., caught fire due to a leak shortly after installation. Despite attempts to contain the fire, it escalated, leading to the eventual explosion. Valuable items including an AC, TV, and Rs 20,000 cash were among the losses. The blast also resulted in structural damage to the walls.

Sandeep attributed the incident to gas cutting practices by the cylinder provider, alleging frequent discrepancies in gas supply and damaged seals leading to leaks and subsequent fires. Despite complaints, no action had been taken, he claimed.