Visakhapatnam, May 24, 2025 — A major fire broke out at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on Friday, triggering emergency response efforts at the industrial facility. The incident occurred in the Steel Melting Shop-2 (SMS-2) unit, also known as Mission 2, one of the key areas within the plant.
According to preliminary information, the fire department was alerted shortly after the flames were noticed. Multiple firefighting teams were immediately dispatched to the site and are currently engaged in bringing the situation under control.
As of now, no casualties or injuries have been reported. Plant authorities and safety personnel are closely monitoring the situation, while emergency protocols have been activated within the premises. Officials have begun an initial inquiry into the cause of the fire. While the exact origin is still under investigation, sources suggest that technical or operational malfunctions cannot be ruled out.
Local authorities have assured that further updates will be shared once more details are confirmed. The extent of damage to plant infrastructure is also being assessed. The Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, operated by Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), is one of India’s major integrated steel producers and plays a vital role in the country’s industrial output. This is a developing story. More details are expected soon.
