Chlorine leak from tanker leaves several ill in Nagpur's Godni

A chlorine leak from a tanker near Collector’s Colony in Nagpur’s Godni area impacted several families overnight on Sunday and Monday, with residents reporting breathing difficulties, according to Mankapur police. Several individuals were hospitalized at Mayo Hospital and nearby private clinics after experiencing respiratory issues.

Police stated the situation is currently under control. The precise number of affected individuals remains undetermined, as authorities continue to tally the total number of residents impacted. The air near the tanker still carried a strong chlorine odor when The Times of India visited the area on Monday morning. The effect appeared to be localized to the vicinity of the water plant, while those residing further down Godni Road and morning walkers continued their daily routines without apparent alarm.

Social media videos purportedly showed stray dogs succumbing in the affected area, although the cause of their deaths could not be independently confirmed.