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Explosion-like Sound, Thick Smoke Trigger Panic at MRPL Mangaluru
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Moneycontrol•30-09-2026, 13:37
Explosion-like Sound, Thick Smoke Trigger Panic at MRPL Mangaluru
- •A loud explosion-like sound was heard from the Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) premises in Mangaluru.
- •Dense smoke was seen rising from the facility, causing panic among residents in nearby areas.
- •The blast-like sound was reported several kilometers away in areas including Angaragundi, Baikampady, Kulai, Kavoor, and other parts of Mangaluru city.
- •Officials have not yet provided details on the cause of the incident, casualties, or damage at the MRPL facility.
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A loud explosion-like sound was heard from the Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) premises near Jokatte, followed by dense smoke rising from the facility.
Local residents reported hearing the sound several kilometres away, including in Angaragundi, Baikampady industrial area, Kulai, and Kavoor, as well as parts of Mangaluru city.
Officials have not yet provided details regarding the cause of the incident or confirmed whether there were any casualties or damage at the facility.
