Tragic Welding Machine Explosion in Delhi's Dwarka Claims One Life, Injures Three

A 36-year-old man named Maya Ram died and three others were severely injured after a welding machine exploded in Delhi's Dwarka. The injured were transferred to Safdarjung Hospital. Authorities received a PCR call and rushed a team to the scene. Police have initiated an FIR and investigation is underway.

A welding machine explosion in Bharthal village of Delhi's Dwarka led to the death of a 36-year-old man and left three others with severe burn injuries, officials reported on Sunday.

The deceased, Maya Ram, was a resident of Bijwasan area, while the injured have been identified as Rakesh (32), Faiyaz (22), and Sameer (23). They are currently being treated at Safdarjung Hospital.

According to a senior police officer, they received a PCR call about the incident involving people working on an oil tanker. A police team promptly rushed to the location and the injured were initially hospitalized at Indira Gandhi Hospital before being moved to Safdarjung Hospital where Maya Ram succumbed to his injuries.

Authorities are investigating the case, with a mobile crime team inspecting the spot and an FIR soon to be registered.

(With inputs from agencies.)