TGHRC seeks report on chloroform leak that killed 2 workers in Sangareddy; Collector asked to submit report by Nov 26
TFP I HAJI ALI
Sangareddy, Oct 24
The Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGHRC), headed by Chairperson Dr. Justice Shameem Akther, has taken suo motu cognisance of the death of two workers in a chloroform vapour leak at Saraca Laboratories Limited in Gaddapotharam Industrial Area, Jinnaram mandal, Sangareddy district, on the night of October 22.
Taking note of reports published by several media organisations, the Commission noted that several other workers reportedly fell ill and were shifted to hospitals. The Telangana Pollution Control Board reportedly ordered the closure of the unit following an inspection.
Observing that the incident raised serious concerns about industrial safety and the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution, the Commission directed the Sangareddy District Collector to submit a detailed report by November 26, 2026. The report must cover the circumstances of the incident, details of the deceased and injured workers, medical assistance provided, safety measures in place and action taken by the authorities.
