Fifteen workers were killed when a boiler exploded at a glue factory in eastern Pakistan. Emergency teams recovered the victims and the injured were taken to hospitals. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause and will review maintenance and safety records. The blast has raised renewed concerns about industrial safety and regulatory enforcement in the region.
Boiler Blast at Eastern Pakistan Glue Factory Kills 15; Safety Probe Launched
Fifteen workers were killed when a boiler exploded at a glue factory in eastern Pakistan. Emergency teams recovered the victims and the injured were taken to hospitals. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause and will review maintenance and safety records. The blast has raised renewed concerns about industrial safety and regulatory enforcement in the region.
02:40 PM, 11/21/2025Society
A boiler exploded at a glue-making factory in eastern Pakistan, killing 15 workers and leaving several others injured. Emergency teams recovered the victims from the site and transported the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Local authorities have opened an investigation to determine the cause of the blast. Officials said investigators will examine the boiler's maintenance records, safety procedures and the factory’s compliance with industrial regulations.
The incident has renewed concerns about industrial safety standards and enforcement in the region, particularly in small manufacturing facilities where oversight can be limited. Community leaders and labor advocates are calling for a thorough, transparent inquiry and faster implementation of safety improvements to prevent further tragedies.
Further updates are expected as investigators release findings and officials provide more information on the victims and any regulatory actions that follow.