Panic gripped Jalandhar’s Surgical Complex on Monday evening after an ammonia gas leak at a milk products factory left dozens of workers trapped inside.
Fire officials said the incident was reported around 5:15 pm, prompting an immediate rescue operation. Firemen broke through the factory wall to reach the stranded workers, many of whom were unable to escape due to the thick fumes, according to PTI.
“Our team rescued between 25 and 30 people from the building using ladders and a crane,” said Maninder Singh, Assistant Divisional Fire Officer, Jalandhar.
The leak was eventually brought under control, officials confirmed, averting what could have been a major industrial tragedy. Authorities have not yet disclosed whether any workers suffered injuries or required hospitalisation.
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