Gas Pipeline Explosion in Muzaffarpur Claims One Life, Several Injured

Muzaffarpur, November 2 (Daily Kiran) : A gas pipeline explosion in the Gobarsahi area of Muzaffarpur, Bihar, on November 2, resulted in the death of one individual and left four to five others injured. The injured were promptly taken to local hospitals for treatment. The blast also caused damage to a JCB machine that was excavating for a drainage project, along with several nearby vehicles. The sound of the explosion was heard from a considerable distance, drawing local residents to the scene.

According to reports, the explosion occurred while the JCB was digging along the road from Gobarsahi to Dumri, inadvertently breaking the gas pipeline. Following the rupture, gas began to leak, and shortly thereafter, a powerful explosion rocked the area, creating chaos.

Witnesses indicated that a team was called to shut off the gas leak after the initial reports of the incident. However, they noted that the team took approximately half an hour to arrive, during which time the explosion occurred. The blast also damaged several vehicles parked nearby. Fire brigade and police teams from the local station arrived shortly after the incident to initiate rescue and relief operations.

The injured individuals were admitted to the Sadar Hospital and Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital (SKMCH), where they are currently receiving care. District administration officials have also reached the site to investigate the situation. Measures are being taken to stop the gas leak and ensure the safety of the surrounding area.

Sub-Divisional Police Officer Deepak Kumar confirmed that the police were informed of the incident due to the damaged gas pipeline during road excavation. He stated that one fatality has been reported, with several injuries. Emergency teams from the police and fire brigade are actively conducting rescue operations, and necessary actions will be taken by the administration and police in response to the incident.