At least seven workers were reportedly burnt alive in a fire that broke out in a chemical factory in Rajasthan's Bhiwadi on Monday. Two workers remain trapped inside the unit, news agency PTI reported, citing officials. The incident took place in the town's Khushkhera-Karoli industrial area. Additional District Magistrate Sumita Mishra said police came to know about the fire during a routine patrol in the area and launched a rescue operation promptly.
"Nine people were trapped inside. Seven bodies have been taken out so far," she said, adding that efforts were underway to rescue the remaining two. Fire department teams worked to extinguish the intense fire while they protected nearby units from flames spreading to those building sections. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, though initial reports suggest an internal ignition might be responsible. The incident disrupted nearby operations and raised concerns over fire safety protocols in factory complexes.