A small fire incident occurred on September 18, 2025, at 8:50 AM in the Granulation Area-10 of Unit IV of APL Healthcare Limited. The fire, caused by a short circuit, affected Granulation Area-10, causing some damage to Granulation Area-8. The incident was quickly brought under control, resulting in a temporary production impact estimated at around 3% of the unit’s monthly capacity.
Fire at Healthcare Unit
A fire incident occurred at Unit IV of APL Healthcare Limited on September 18, 2025, at approximately 8:50 AM. The incident took place in Granulation Area-10 and was caused by a short circuit.
Impact and Response
The fire spread to a panel, affecting Granulation Area-10 and causing partial damage to Granulation Area-8. Out of a total of 19 lines in the unit, 2 lines were affected and are expected to be impacted for approximately two weeks.
The company states that the fire was immediately controlled thanks to the prompt action of the in-house fire hydrant team, supported by external fire tenders.
Key Details
- No casualties or injuries were reported.
- The incident is expected to result in a temporary production impact of around 3% of the monthly capacity of the affected unit.
- Necessary steps have been initiated to restore the area to operational status within the next few weeks.
The company has taken all appropriate measures to ensure the safety of employees and assets, and does not anticipate any significant material financial or operational impact from this event.
Source: BSE
