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Tragedy Strikes Kasaragod Industrial Center: Boiler Explosion Claims Two Lives
Kasaragod, India – October 27, 2025 – A devastating boiler explosion at a decor panel plywood factory in the Ananthapuram industrial center near Kumbala, Kasaragod, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left several others seriously injured on Monday evening. The incident, which occurred at approximately 7:10 PM IST, sent shockwaves throughout the region, with the sound of the blast reportedly audible for kilometers.
Authorities have identified one of the deceased as Nasir, a native of Assam. The identity of the second victim is still being confirmed.
Fire force units from Kasaragod and Uppala, along with local police and residents, immediately launched rescue operations. The injured were transported to hospitals in nearby Mangaluru for treatment.
“The cause of the boiler explosion remains under investigation,” stated a senior police officer. “We have launched a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances that led to this tragic event.”
The incident has sparked concerns about safety regulations and enforcement within the Ananthapuram industrial area.
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