Jaipur News : A catastrophic explosion involving an LPG tanker on the Jaipur-Ajmer Highway has left nine people dead and at least 35 injured. The incident caused a massive fire, engulfing over 40 vehicles and turning a 200-meter radius into an inferno.
Leaders Express Condolences
The tragedy has prompted widespread grief and condolences from top leaders, including President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Prime Minister Modi expressed his sorrow and announced financial assistance of ₹2 lakh for the families of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.
Government Response
Central and State Coordination
Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Rajasthan’s Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma to assess the situation and provide necessary support. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Sharma, accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister Premchand Bairwa and Minister of State for Home Jawahar Singh Bedham, visited the site to oversee relief efforts.
State Compensation
Chief Minister Sharma called the incident “extremely tragic” and announced compensation of ₹5 lakh for the families of the deceased and ₹1 lakh for the injured. He assured that all victims would receive immediate medical attention, with directives issued to expedite relief and treatment processes.
Eyewitness Accounts and Immediate Impact
Witnesses described the explosion as a deafening blast that quickly escalated into a fireball, consuming vehicles and spreading panic. Rescue operations were hampered by the intensity of the flames, requiring hours to bring the situation under control.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have initiated a detailed investigation into the cause of the explosion. Preliminary reports suggest a leakage in the tanker might have led to the disaster. Experts are being consulted to ensure safety protocols are reinforced to prevent such incidents in the future.
Support for Victims
In addition to financial aid, the state government has set up emergency help desks for the victims’ families and provided helpline numbers for information and assistance. Hospitals have been instructed to prioritize the treatment of injured victims.
