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Bihar Minister Orders Probe into Muzaffarpur Gas Pipeline Blast
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 07:37 PM
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Bihar Minister Dilip Jaiswal has ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the gas pipeline accident on Gobarsahi-Dumri Road in Muzaffarpur, questioning the roles of the gas company and contractors.
Bihar Minister Dilip Jaiswal has directed a detailed investigation into the recent gas pipeline incident that occurred on the Gobarsahi-Dumri Road in Muzaffarpur. The minister has specifically called for an examination of the responsibilities held by the gas company, the road construction department, and the involved contractors.
The inquiry aims to determine the exact sequence of events and the negligence, if any, that led to the accident. Minister Jaiswal raised critical questions regarding the operational conduct of the gas company and the adherence to safety protocols by the construction agencies during the incident.
In a move to address the immediate aftermath, the state government has decided to write to the central authorities regarding compensation for the damaged houses. This step is intended to ensure that affected residents receive timely financial support for repairs and rehabilitation.
The administration has emphasized that accountability will be established based on the findings of the probe. The focus remains on preventing similar incidents in the future by enforcing stricter safety standards in infrastructure projects involving utility lines.
The inquiry aims to determine the exact sequence of events and the negligence, if any, that led to the accident. Minister Jaiswal raised critical questions regarding the operational conduct of the gas company and the adherence to safety protocols by the construction agencies during the incident.
In a move to address the immediate aftermath, the state government has decided to write to the central authorities regarding compensation for the damaged houses. This step is intended to ensure that affected residents receive timely financial support for repairs and rehabilitation.
The administration has emphasized that accountability will be established based on the findings of the probe. The focus remains on preventing similar incidents in the future by enforcing stricter safety standards in infrastructure projects involving utility lines.