A catastrophic explosion at an oxygen cylinder plant in Punjab’s Mohali district claimed two lives and left three others critically injured on Wednesday morning. The blast, which occurred at a facility in the Industrial Area, Phase-9, sent shockwaves through the surrounding locality, prompting an immediate response from authorities.

Senior officials, including the sub-divisional magistrate, along with police and civil administration teams, rushed to the site to coordinate rescue operations and assess the extent of the damage. The explosion’s force was felt across the area, raising concerns among residents and workers in nearby industrial units.

The three injured individuals were swiftly transported to the Civil Hospital in Mohali, where medical teams are closely monitoring their critical conditions. Authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or the injured, pending further investigation.

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The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible malfunction or safety lapse at the plant. Forensic teams and fire department officials are combing through the wreckage to determine the exact trigger of the blast. Local police have cordoned off the area to ensure safety and facilitate the ongoing probe.

Eyewitnesses described a loud explosion followed by thick smoke billowing from the facility, causing panic in the densely populated industrial zone. The incident has raised concerns about safety standards in industrial units handling volatile materials like oxygen cylinders.

Authorities have assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to support the victims’ families and prevent further incidents. The investigation is expected to shed light on potential lapses, with calls for stricter safety regulations already emerging in the wake of the tragedy.

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