Yadadribhuvanagiri, Feb. 21 -- A 35-year-old employee died following a massive explosion at a pharmaceutical chemical unit.

The victim, identified as Pawan Kumar, died instantly when a blast occurred during the chemical mixing process at the Vijaysai Pharma chemical industry.

A Fire Official on the day of the incident said, "An explosion occurred at Vijaysai Pharma chemical industry while chemicals were being mixed, likely due to a short circuit. One employee, Pawan Kumar, aged 35, died on the spot.

A fire vehicle from Choutuppal reached the scene and controlled the fire after receiving the call at 2 pm today."

Earlier this month, a major fire broke out at a company located in Choutuppal Mandal of Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, followi...