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HPCL fire at Rajasthan refinery traced to suspected hydrocarbon leak as Modi visit delayed
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Published on 24 April 2026
Hydrocarbon leak suspected, and key unit was isolated
A fire broke out at the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery in Pachpadra, with officials saying a suspected hydrocarbon leak likely triggered the blaze. Emergency teams brought the situation under control quickly, and there were no reported injuries. The refinery’s Crude Distillation Unit was isolated as investigations begin. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled dedication visit has been postponed.
- Fire erupted at HPCL’s Rajasthan Refinery in Pachpadra
- Officials suspect a hydrocarbon leak triggered the blaze
- Crude Distillation Unit was isolated after the incident
- No injuries reported, Modi’s visit postponed
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