Uday Samant: High-level panel to investigate Dombivli factory blast
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Uday Samant: High-level panel to investigate Dombivli factory blast

In light of similar incidents in several factories located in the Dombivli MIDC area in the past, local residents have been urging that these companies be relocated to other areas.

The Maharashtra government has established a high-level committee to investigate the explosion at a chemical unit in MIDC Dombivli on May 23, which resulted in 10 fatalities, as stated by Industries Minister Uday Samant.

During a press conference in Mumbai, Samant mentioned that the committee, which includes principal secretaries from the Industries, Labour, and Environment departments, will assess industries classified under categories A, B, and C and provide a report within three weeks. This committee will also examine companies that have breached regulations or engaged in unauthorised construction.

He indicated that Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had visited the blast site and issued specific instructions that the committee and relevant officials would strictly adhere to.

Samant noted that a decision to relocate MIDC and its chemical companies was made two years ago. However, the land acquisition process at Patalganga and Jambhavali, which had been initiated, was paused due to the model code of conduct for the Lok Sabha elections. He added that the ministry would now seek permission from the Election Commission to resume the relocation process.

The minister reported that the blast caused an estimated loss of approximately Rs 130 million, including Rs 120 million in commercial losses and Rs 10.66 million in residential losses. He assured that the Maharashtra government is committed to compensating these losses and would cover the expenses of those affected. Companies with insurance might not require immediate government assistance, according to Samant.

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In light of similar incidents in several factories located in the Dombivli MIDC area in the past, local residents have been urging that these companies be relocated to other areas. The Maharashtra government has established a high-level committee to investigate the explosion at a chemical unit in MIDC Dombivli on May 23, which resulted in 10 fatalities, as stated by Industries Minister Uday Samant. During a press conference in Mumbai, Samant mentioned that the committee, which includes principal secretaries from the Industries, Labour, and Environment departments, will assess industries classified under categories A, B, and C and provide a report within three weeks. This committee will also examine companies that have breached regulations or engaged in unauthorised construction. He indicated that Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had visited the blast site and issued specific instructions that the committee and relevant officials would strictly adhere to. Samant noted that a decision to relocate MIDC and its chemical companies was made two years ago. However, the land acquisition process at Patalganga and Jambhavali, which had been initiated, was paused due to the model code of conduct for the Lok Sabha elections. He added that the ministry would now seek permission from the Election Commission to resume the relocation process. The minister reported that the blast caused an estimated loss of approximately Rs 130 million, including Rs 120 million in commercial losses and Rs 10.66 million in residential losses. He assured that the Maharashtra government is committed to compensating these losses and would cover the expenses of those affected. Companies with insurance might not require immediate government assistance, according to Samant.

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