Delhi CNG Pump Blast: A big blast took place in Delhi on Wednesday afternoon. The gas tank exploded while unloading a truck at a CNG station here. The blast was so dangerous that three people have died so far. Five people were also injured. Along with fire brigade and policemen, the medical team also reached the spot. The incident took place at Tikri Kalan border of Delhi.
Delhi: A blast in a truck in Tikri Kalan leaves six people injured. Fire tenders have reached the spot.
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— IANS (@ians_india) August 19, 2026
Six fire engines were sent to the spot
The fire department has confirmed this blast. An official of the department said that six people standing nearby were injured due to the explosion. He has been taken to the nearest hospital for treatment. The official further said that Delhi Fire Service received information about the incident at 3.37 pm, after which six fire engines were sent to the spot. The officer said that the injured have been admitted to the hospital and their treatment is going on. Let me tell you, The deceased has been identified as 25-year-old Manish. He was a resident of Baba Haridas Colony.
#WATCH | Delhi: Three people died in a blast in a truck at a CNG refilling pump at Tikri Kalan. The incident occurred when CNG was being pumped into the truck. pic.twitter.com/DpOkcsHQtS
— ANI (@ANI) August 19, 2026
The reason for the accident is not clear
Regarding the cause of the accident, the officer said that what was the reason for the blast has not been clear yet. The case is being investigated. According to officials, there was chaos in the area after the incident. We extinguished the fire and brought the situation under control. Information is being collected about the condition of the injured.
Keep these things in mind while filling CNG
While filling CNG, we should keep some important things in mind, so that such big accidents can be avoided. Let us know about those tips….
- While filling CNG, the most important thing is that the engine of the vehicle should be completely switched off, because there is a possibility of danger due to high pressure gas and hot engine.
- The most important thing to follow the safety rules is that no one should be sitting in the car while filling CNG, everyone should go out of the car today.
- Mobile phones should not be used at all near the filling area of the fuel station.
- To keep vehicles safe, keep the handbrake on.
- The gas pressure on the machine should normally be 200 to 220 bar. Do not fill gas at a pressure higher than this.