Assam CM Sarma Acts Swiftly After Fatal Cylinder Explosion at Fancy Bazaar
Guwahati, June 27, 2024: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma responded swiftly to a tragic incident at the Fancy Bazaar river terminal in Guwahati, where a cylinder explosion resulted in one fatality and five injuries on June 26. Upon visiting the site, Chief Minister Sarma undertook a comprehensive assessment of the situation and pledged a thorough investigation into the incident. Taking to X, Sarma expressed his concern, stating, “In light of today’s incident at Fancy Bazaar Ghat, I visited the site a short while ago. We are examining the matter.”
The explosion caused immediate panic among onlookers and necessitated an urgent intervention from emergency services. The injured individuals were quickly evacuated to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment. Following his inspection of the site, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma directed the immediate implementation of stringent safety protocols to prevent any recurrence of such incidents in the future.
The incident at the Fancy Bazaar river terminal has underscored the importance of proactive safety measures in public spaces. Chief Minister Sarma’s prompt response and commitment to thorough investigation reflect the state government’s prioritization of public safety. Efforts are underway to ascertain the causes behind the explosion and to ensure stringent adherence to safety standards across similar establishments in Assam, emphasizing preventive measures to safeguard citizens from potential hazards.
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In my light of today’s incident at Fancy Bazaar Ghat, I visited the site a short while ago. We are examining the matter. pic.twitter.com/nHH9nYfJgp
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) June 26, 2024
