Sigachi Industries’ shares fell 5.4% after CEO Amit Raj Sinha was remanded in connection with the Hyderabad unit fire that killed over 40 workers. The company assured continuity under interim leadership. The tragic incident has raised questions about industrial safety, prompting a criminal probe and investor unease.
Shares of Sigachi Industries (SIGC.NS) dropped 5.4% on December 29, 2025, following news that CEO and Managing Director Amit Raj Sinha has been remanded in connection with the tragic fire at the company’s Hyderabad unit in Pashamylaram earlier this year. The incident, which occurred on June 30, 2025, resulted in the deaths of more than 40 workers and left several others injured, prompting a criminal investigation into alleged safety lapses.
Key Highlights
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Stock Impact: Sigachi’s shares fell to around ₹32.5 apiece, reflecting investor concerns over leadership uncertainty.
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CEO Remanded: Authorities placed Amit Raj Sinha in judicial custody as part of the ongoing probe into negligence and safety violations.
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Interim Oversight: The company announced that Deputy Group CEO Lijo Stephen Chacko will oversee operations to ensure business continuity.
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Company Statement: Sigachi assured exchanges that day-to-day operations remain unaffected, with measures in place to stabilize investor confidence.
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Tragic Context: The fire, one of the deadliest industrial accidents in recent years, has intensified scrutiny on workplace safety standards across India.
Sources: Moneycontrol, CNBC TV18, Deccan Chronicle, Economic Times