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3 Workers Die Cleaning Underground ETP Tank in Gujarat Kalol as Toxic Gas Overwhelms Them
India
Published on 15 May 2026
They lost consciousness one by one inside the tank
Three workers died and one is in critical condition after inhaling alleged toxic fumes while cleaning an underground effluent treatment plant (ETP) tank at Mafatlal Gujarat Industries Limited in Kalol’s Saij GIDC. Officials say the men entered the tank after water was drained to remove sludge and waste; co-workers reported they collapsed inside the confined space one after another. Police preliminarily believe the deceased were migrant labourers and are investigating safety protocols, including gas detection, ventilation, and PPE.
- Incident occurred during maintenance at an ETP tank in Kalol
- Three workers died at the site while one is critical
- Workers entered after draining water to remove sludge and waste
- Authorities say toxic fumes likely filled the confined space
- Police are recording statements and will check safety measures
- Bodies were sent for post-mortem examination
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