Raipur. A major accident occurred at the Vedanta Power Plant in Raigarh. The situation spiraled out of control after a boiler explosion. Five workers have been officially confirmed dead, while reports of eight fatalities are emerging from the scene.

The accident was so horrific that more than 50 workers were burned. The explosion caused chaos in the plant, with cries and screams heard everywhere.

Superintendent of Police Prafull Kumar Thakur confirmed five deaths, but rescue operations are ongoing and the toll is expected to rise. All the injured have been sent to Raigarh Hospital, where several are reported to be in critical condition.

At present, the administration and rescue team are present at the spot and investigation into the cause of the accident has been started.