Three Workers Suffer Burns in Chemical Packaging Unit Blaze in Mulshi
A fire broke out at a chemical packaging unit in Ambarvet village, Mulshi taluka, Pune, resulting in three workers, including a woman, suffering burns. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Chemical FireWorker InjuriesMulshiChemical PackagingSodium ChlorideReal Estate PuneSep 28, 2025
Medical practitioner Suhas Marne from the private hospital in Ghotawade Phata provided details about the injuries. Shendkar sustained 75% burns, Chaudhary suffered 35% burns, and Gaikwad had 6% burns. Marne stated, “We hydrated the patients and made them clinically stable before shifting them to other hospitals.” Shendkar and Chaudhary were transferred to a private hospital in Pune, while Gaikwad was moved to a private hospital in Mulshi.
Fire officer Sujit Patil of the PMRDA fire brigade explained that the unit is involved in the packaging of chemical compounds, such as sodium chloride. “The drums of chemicals exploded due to the fire,” Patil said. The fire was brought under control within half an hour by the firemen.
Local residents heard the explosions and quickly shifted the injured workers to the hospital before the fire tender arrived at the scene. An officer from the Paud police stated that the cause of the fire is yet to be determined. “We will verify if the unit was operating with all required permissions. We will decide the further course of action after the verification,” the officer said.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety measures in place at the chemical packaging unit. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the fire and ensure that all necessary safety protocols are followed in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the fire at the chemical packaging unit in Mulshi?
The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation. However, initial reports suggest that the drums of chemicals, such as sodium chloride, exploded due to the fire.
How many workers were injured in the fire?
Three workers, including a woman, were injured in the fire. They were Renuka Gaikwad (40), Mohit Raj Chaudhary (49), and Sandip Shendkar (49).
Where were the injured workers taken for treatment?
The injured workers were initially admitted to a private hospital in Ghotawade Phata. Shendkar and Chaudhary were later shifted to a private hospital in Pune, while Gaikwad was moved to a private hospital in Mulshi.
How long did it take for the fire to be brought under control?
The fire was brought under control within half an hour by the firemen from the PMRDA fire brigade.
Is the chemical packaging unit operating with the necessary permissions?
The Paud police are verifying if the unit was operating with all required permissions. Further actions will be decided based on the verification results.
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