Chhindwara labourer dies after suspected toxic gas exposure

A 35-year-old labourer died and another was hospitalized following suspected exposure to toxic gas inside a newly constructed septic tank in the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh.

The incident occurred in Kursidhana village when Mohan Kumre, 35, and Diyalal Dhurve, 36, entered the enclosed structure to remove shuttering. Both men lost consciousness shortly after entering the tank. While bystanders managed to pull them out and transport them to Tamia Hospital, Kumre passed away the following day.

Local police have registered a case and initiated an investigation to determine the exact nature of the gas and whether necessary safety precautions were implemented at the construction site. Tamia police station in-charge Ashish Jaitwar confirmed that an investigation is underway and further details are expected following a post-mortem examination.