MP Govt assures medical treatment for Pachor petrol pump blaze victims

BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government has announced that it will bear the full medical expenses for all 13 individuals injured in a major fire that broke out at a petrol pump in Pachor town of Rajgarh district.

The incident, which occurred at a busy location near the old bus stand, resulted in injuries to 13 people and caused widespread panic in the densely populated central market area on Monday night.

On Tuesday morning, the Minister of State for Skill Development and Employment visited the victims at the Shajapur government hospital to monitor their recovery and ensure they are receiving high quality medical care.

Following his visit, the minister shared updates via social media, stating that he had met with the injured citizens to enquire about their well-being.

He also held discussions with administrative officials and medical staff, issuing strict instructions to provide all necessary assistance and the best possible medical facilities to those affected by the tragic accident.

The fire reportedly erupted on Monday evening while fuel was being transferred from a tanker into an underground storage tank at the Petrol Pump (Filling station). Suddenly chaos erupted as intense flames shot up, quickly engulfing the premises in thick smoke.