Several people are feared trapped after a fire broke out at a factory in Thane’s Dombiwali near Mumbai following a massive blast on Thursday. The fire occurred after a boiler inside the chemical factory located in MIDC Phase 2 exploded, officials said. Four people have died and over 25 have been injured in the massive explosion.

Witnesses reported hearing three blasts at the factory. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister said at least eight people have been rescued.

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“The incident of a boiler explosion at Amudan Chemical Company in Dombivli MIDC is tragic. Eight people involved in this incident have been rescued. Arrangements have been made to treat the injured and more ambulances have been kept ready. I have discussed this with the collector and they are reaching the spot within 10 minutes. Teams of NDRF, TDRF, and fire brigade have been called,” Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said.