Chaos erupted at the Real Ispat sponge iron plant in Chhattisgarh today after a massive unit explosion resulted in seven fatalities. The incident, which took place in the morning hours, saw workers running for their lives as smoke and debris filled the air. Rescue teams from the local police and district administration worked through the morning to recover bodies and assist the survivors. While seven deaths have been confirmed, officials fear the toll could rise as some individuals remain in critical condition at the hospital. The local administration has ordered a comprehensive investigation into whether technical failure or negligence led to the accident.
