Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) has experienced multiple molten metal accidents, including a recent incident on Monday that killed at least eight people. Past events, such as ladle failures and slag splashes, highlight the inherent dangers of handling molten metal at extreme temperatures. Concerns over outdated machinery, poor maintenance, and a lack of safety sensors have been raised by union leaders.
A tragic accident at Vizag Steel Plant claimed eight lives and injured six workers. A hot metal ladle fell, causing a massive fire in Steel Melting Shop One. Bodies are difficult to identify due to severe burns. Injured workers are receiving treatment for extensive burns. This incident is the plant's worst since a 2012 explosion.