Oil India Limited reported a fire incident at an Indirect Bath Heater (IDBH) located within the Intermediate Tank Farm (ITF) at its Tengakhat facility on November 6, 2026. The incident occurred during maintenance activities. Seven personnel from an O&M contractor sustained burn injuries, with one succumbing to injuries at the site. Firefighting systems were activated, and the fire was extinguished. An internal inquiry has been initiated.
Fire Incident at Tengakhat Facility
Oil India Limited has issued a press release concerning a fire incident that occurred at its Intermediate Tank Farm (ITF) in Tengakhat, Assam, on November 6, 2026. The incident involved an Indirect Bath Heater (IDBH) and took place during scheduled maintenance activities. The affected area had been under isolation since November 4, 2026.
Casualties and Response
Tragically, seven persons from the O&M Contractor sustained burn injuries. While six individuals were rescued and received immediate medical attention, one person unfortunately succumbed to their injuries at the incident site. Of the six injured, five were transported to the Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh, and one was taken to the OIL Hospital in Duliajan. All injured personnel are receiving medical treatment.
Firefighting and Investigation
The company’s fixed firefighting systems were immediately deployed, supported by OIL’s Fire Service department which mobilized fire tenders and dry chemical powder units. The fire was successfully doused and extinguished by 12:30 PM, with the situation brought under control. A total of eleven fire tenders were deployed at the site. To ascertain the immediate and underlying causes, assess damages, and recommend preventive measures, an internal inquiry committee has been constituted.
Oil India Limited has expressed its deepest condolences to the bereaved family.
Source: BSE
