Gas Leak At RCF Trombay Linked To Third-Party Damage, Repairs Completed

GAIL (India) Ltd has issued an update regarding the recent gas leakage incident at the Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers (RCF) Trombay premises, attributing the cause to third-party damage by a contract agency. The leak, which occurred during routine excavation work, was promptly contained and followed by swift repair operations.

The company confirmed that all repair activities were completed on November 18, ensuring full restoration of the affected infrastructure. GAIL emphasized that the incident did not impact plant operations or public safety and that emergency protocols were effectively executed.

Key updates from the incident include:  

• The gas leak was localized and managed without any injuries or environmental harm.
• The damage was traced to a contractor’s excavation activity, classified as a third-party incident.
• Repair work was completed on November 18, restoring normalcy to the affected pipeline segment.
• GAIL has initiated a review of contractor safety compliance and excavation procedures.
• Authorities have been informed, and a detailed incident report is being compiled for regulatory review.

Sources: Reuters, GAIL (India) Ltd Exchange Filings, Business Standard.