TGHRC orders report on chloroform leak deaths at Telangana plant

The Commission observed that the incident raises serious concerns regarding industrial safety and the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.

Hyderabad: The Telangana Human Rights Commission headed by Chairperson Dr Justice Shameem Akther, has taken suo-motu cognizance of the death of two workers due to chloroform vapour leakage at Saraca Laboratories Limited in Gaddapotharam Industrial Area, Jinnaram mandal, Sangareddy district.

Citing reports, the Commission said that several other workers also fell ill and were shifted to hospitals. The Telangana Pollution Control Board has reportedly ordered the closure of the unit following an inspection.

The Commission observed that the incident raises serious concerns regarding industrial safety and the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.

It has called for a detailed report from the District Collector on the circumstances of the incident, details of the deceased and injured workers, medical assistance provided, safety measures and action taken by the authorities, by November 26.