Prof Kodandaram demanded the arrest of Sigachi industry management over the Patancheru blast that killed 56 workers. At a round table, he accused police of inaction and criticised the government for delaying compensation even 70 days later
Sixteen employees were killed and 34 injured, several critically, in a massive explosion at Sigachi Chloro Chemicals in Pashamylaram. The incident exposed safety lapses, with delayed rescue systems and no mechanism to assist distressed family members.
