Techie Killed In Cylinder Blast In Bengaluru

Preliminary investigation suggests that a commercial-grade gas cylinder was involved in the blast, though the exact cause of ignition is yet to be determined, police added.

Fire tenders and emergency services, along with local police, rushed to the spot and carried out evacuation and fire-control operations.

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Bengaluru: A 23-year-old software professional was killed and three others were injured following a commercial gas cylinder explosion at a paying guest (PG) accommodation in Kundalahalli here, police said on Tuesday.

The blast occurred at around 6.15 pm on Monday evening at Seven Hills Sai Co-Living PG, located within the HAL Police Station limits, police said.

The deceased has been identified as Aravind, a native of Ballari, who was employed as a senior analyst with Capgemini, according to the police.

Three other residents sustained injuries in the explosion and are currently undergoing treatment at Brookfield Hospital.

The explosion occurred in a seven-storey (G+6) building with 43 rooms.

Fire tenders and emergency services, along with local police, rushed to the spot and carried out evacuation and fire-control operations.

Preliminary investigation suggests that a commercial-grade gas cylinder was involved in the blast, though the exact cause of ignition is yet to be determined, police added.

A case has been registered against the PG management and further investigation is underway, police said. 

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