GACHIBOWLI – Four individuals sustained burn injuries on Friday morning when a large gas balloon detonated within the grounds of the Brahma Kumaris’ Shanti Sarovar premises. The incident occurred around 11 a.m. when workers attempted to handle the balloon, which had reportedly drifted into the compound due to strong winds.
Four persons suffered serious injuries in a gas balloon explosion on Friday morning at the Brahma Kumaris centre in Gachibowli. The explosion happened as workers attempted to handle the balloon, which had entered the premises.
The injured were promptly transported to private hospitals for medical attention. The condition of at least one individual is reported as critical, with one volunteer sustaining approximately 50% burn injuries.
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident. The Gachibowli police have registered a case against the organizer, identified as Rahul, citing alleged negligence. Initial reports suggest the balloon was part of preparations for a Holi event, possibly held at the Sandhya Convention.
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The balloon, described as a large, gas-filled, or helium gas balloon, reportedly originated from an event elsewhere and was carried onto the Brahma Kumaris campus by strong winds. The precise circumstances leading to its detonation while being handled by workers are under scrutiny by the police.
