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Vedanta Offers Rs 35 Lakh, Jobs to Kin of Chhattisgarh Blast Victims

Vedanta Power Limited has announced a compensation package of Rs 35 lakh and employment support for the families of workers killed in a boiler blast at its Chhattisgarh plant. The company will also provide Rs 15 lakh and continued salary support to the injured workers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the incident and announced separate ex-gratia payments from the PM National Relief Fund. Local authorities, including an SDM, have confirmed the incident and stated that an investigation is ongoing.

Key Points: Vedanta Compensation for Chhattisgarh Plant Blast Victims

  • Rs 35 lakh compensation for deceased
  • Job support for victims' families
  • Rs 15 lakh for the injured
  • PM Modi announces separate ex-gratia
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Vedanta Power announces Rs 35 lakh compensation, job support for families of deceased in Chhattisgarh boiler blast

Vedanta Power announces Rs 35 lakh compensation and job support for families of deceased workers in the Chhattisgarh boiler blast. PM Modi also announces ex-gratia.

"We stand firmly with the affected families - Vedanta Power statement"

New Delhi, April 15

Vedanta Power Limited on Wednesday announced compensation of Rs 35 lakh and employment support for the families of those killed in the boiler blast at its Singhitarai power plant in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district, while Rs 15 lakh will be provided to the injured along with continued salary support during recovery.

Earlier on Tuesday, nine people were killed, and 15 others were injured in a boiler blast at the Vedanta Power Plant in the Singhi Tarai area of Sakti district.

In a statement, the company said it stands firmly with the affected families and is extending counselling support in addition to financial assistance.

"We stand firmly with the affected families and will provide Rs 35 lakh and employment support to families of the deceased, and Rs 15 lakh to the injured, along with salary continuation until recovery and counselling support," the company said.

Vedanta Power Limited said the incident involved personnel from subcontractors, including NGSL, who operate and maintain the plant.

"An unfortunate incident occurred at our Singhitarai plant yesterday involving personnel from our subcontractors, including NGSL, who operate and maintain the plant. Our focus is on the injured, ensuring timely medical care in coordination with medical teams and local authorities," the statement added.

Raigarh SDM, Mahesh Sharma, said on Tuesday that a proper investigation is being done in the incident.

"A heartbreaking incident has taken place at the Vedanta Power plant today in which some workers have been injured, and their treatment is underway. Our investigation is ongoing," he said.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed grief and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased in the boiler blast in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district.

The Prime Minister has also announced that the injured will be provided Rs 50,000 from the PM National Relief Fund.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister expressed condolences towards the incident and stated that the local administration is assisting those affected.

"The mishap at a power plant in Sakti district, Chhattisgarh, is tragic. I extend my condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover at the earliest. The local administration is assisting those affected. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000," PMO wrote in the post.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The immediate response with financial aid and counselling is commendable. However, the statement says it involved subcontractor personnel. The investigation must be thorough and hold the right parties accountable. Safety protocols cannot be compromised, regardless of who is on the payroll.
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Arjun K
Rs 35 lakh plus a job is a significant package, much more than what we usually see in such industrial accidents. It shows responsibility. But the real test is preventing such "unfortunate incidents". How many boiler safety audits were done? The report must be made public.
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Priya S
My heart goes out to the families in Sakti. The salary continuation for the injured is a very good step. Medical bills and loss of income can cripple a family. Hope the counselling support is genuine and long-term, not just a line in a press release.
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Michael C
Respectfully, while the compensation is good, it feels reactive. These accidents keep happening in plants across the country. We need a proactive, national focus on industrial safety standards and their enforcement. Prevention is better than crore-rupee compensation.
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Kavya N
The PM's quick announcement of aid is appreciated. It brings some solace. But let's not forget the workers from NGSL and other subcontractors. They are often the most vulnerable. The company must ensure they and their families receive the same level of support and care.

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