Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Worker dies in accident at Vizag Steel Plant
A worker named Ananta Barve died in an accident at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant.
He was hit by an iron bar that fell from a height of 7 meters.
The accident happened around 11:45 am on July 24.
The worker was taken to a hospital but did not survive.
Trade union leaders say the management might be responsible for not ensuring safety.
The police are investigating the incident.
A 52-year-old contract labourer, Ananta Barve, died in an accident at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant.
The accident occurred around 11:45 am on July 24 when an iron bar fell from a height of 7 meters.
The worker was rushed to a private hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
Trade union leaders allege management negligence and safety lapses contributed to the incident.
The police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
- Who
- Ananta Barve, a 52-year-old contract labourer
- What
- Death due to an industrial accident
- When
- July 24, around 11:45 am
- Where
- Coke Oven Battery 1, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
- Why
- An iron bar fell from a height of 7 meters, causing fatal injuries
Trade Union Leaders
Management
Cause of the Accident
Trade Union Leaders
Alleged management negligence and safety lapses contributed to the incident.
Management
No official statement from management on the cause of the accident.
- Date
- July 24
- Time
- 11:45 am
- Location
- Coke Oven Battery 1, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
- Victim's Name
- Ananta Barve
- Victim's Age
- 52
- Cause of Death
- Fell from a height of 7 meters
- Investigation Status
- In progress
