Answer from Perpexity Pro for my question - Number of Chemical Plant Accidents in India (2015–2025)

 Answer from Perpexity Pro for my question - Number of Chemical Plant Accidents in India (2015–2025)

"Major Chemical Accidents: Over the last 10 years, India has reported approximately 130 major accidents in chemical plants and industries.

Deaths and Injuries: These incidents led to at least 259 deaths and 563 serious injuries according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).

Monthly Average: In the three years prior to 2020 alone, there were more than four major chemical accidents each month in chemical manufacturing facilities—indicating ongoing risk and persistent safety challenges.

Increasing Trend: The frequency of gas and chemical leakage incidents has notably increased, with the number of registered accidents rising from 13 in 2013 to 30 in 2023, showing that the rate of accidents is climbing.

States Most Affected: Gujarat has repeatedly been the state with the highest number of reported incidents, for example, accounting for 24 of the 30 chemical leakage accidents nationwide in 2023.

Key Facts
Most commonly reported accidents are major fires, explosions, and toxic releases.

Fatalities and injuries figures are likely underestimates, as some incidents are not registered or fully documented.

SMEs and densely industrialized states remain particularly vulnerable.

Summary Table
Period last 10 years
Major Accidents 130
Deaths 259
Serious Injuries 563

*Approximate values, as per NDMA and national reporting.

The continued recurrence of chemical plant accidents in India highlights the need for improved process safety management and regulatory enforcement, particularly in rapidly industrializing regions and among small and medium-sized enterprises."