A gas cylinder leak caused a blast in Jawahar Colony, Faridabad. A 2-year-old girl died during treatment in Delhi. Two women and a child remain hospitalized. The explosion occurred around 9 PM while cooking, causing two room ceilings to collapse. Four people were trapped under debris. Neha (2) died at Safdarjung Hospital. Her mother Parul (28), Anita (28), and Anita's son Dawang (2) are being treated at AIIMS. The families lived as tenants in Rajiv Kumar's two-story house. Police are investigating the incident. To prevent such accidents, ensure proper ventilation when using gas cylinders and check for leaks regularly. (Updated 21 Oct 2025, 07:24 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A gas cylinder leak caused a blast in Jawahar Colony, Faridabad on 25 Aug 2025
- A 2-year-old girl died during treatment in Delhi
- Two women and a child remain hospitalized