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Fire at Oil India’s Assam plant kills one, injures six
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 12:08 PM
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A blaze at Oil India’s facility in Assam has claimed one life and left six people injured, officials said.
A fire erupted at an Oil India installation in Assam, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to six others, according to local authorities. The blaze was reported to have spread quickly, prompting an immediate response from fire‑fighting units and on‑site emergency teams.
Rescue crews managed to evacuate workers from the affected area and transport the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. Officials confirmed that the deceased was a staff member present at the facility when the fire broke out.
The incident has temporarily halted operations at the plant while a thorough investigation is launched to determine the cause of the fire and assess any further safety implications for the site.
Oil India, a state‑owned oil and gas producer, has pledged full cooperation with the inquiry and reiterated its commitment to safety standards across its assets.
Rescue crews managed to evacuate workers from the affected area and transport the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. Officials confirmed that the deceased was a staff member present at the facility when the fire broke out.
The incident has temporarily halted operations at the plant while a thorough investigation is launched to determine the cause of the fire and assess any further safety implications for the site.
Oil India, a state‑owned oil and gas producer, has pledged full cooperation with the inquiry and reiterated its commitment to safety standards across its assets.