At least 12 people were killed due to a massive explosion in a granite quarry. Close to 10 Others suffered serious injuries. This tragedy took place near Hathi Belgal village in Alur Mandal of Kurnool District on Friday.
The explosion is so big that it's impact was felt by people living in the 20 km radius. About 10 houses in Hathi Belgal village were severely damaged due to high decibel sound. A lorry, three tractors and two sheds were gutted in the fire.
Most of the victims are migrant workers and they hail from Odisha. The death toll is expected to rise as many of the injured suffered 80 percent burns.
State Government assured all possible help to the victims and their families. Deputy Minister KE Krishnamurthy who hail from Kurnool monitored the rescue operatio
The explosion is so big that it's impact was felt by people living in the 20 km radius. About 10 houses in Hathi Belgal village were severely damaged due to high decibel sound. A lorry, three tractors and two sheds were gutted in the fire.
Most of the victims are migrant workers and they hail from Odisha. The death toll is expected to rise as many of the injured suffered 80 percent burns.
State Government assured all possible help to the victims and their families. Deputy Minister KE Krishnamurthy who hail from Kurnool monitored the rescue operatio