A massive fire broke out at the factory of chemical manufacturer in Ankleshwar, Bharuch, on Friday morning.
A massive cloud of smoke erupted from the factory grounds shortly after the fire broke out, engulfing the surrounding areas.
A distress call about a fire at a chemical plant in the Ankleshwar Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) area of Bharuch was received at around 7 a.m., according to fire officials
Nine fire tenders and over 40 personnel were rushed to the scene and attempted to put out the fire.
Six workers have suffered burns and other physical injuries and have been admitted to a nearby hospital. One of them is seriously injured, and the other five have minor bruises.
The cause of the fire is still unknown.