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CNG Cylinder Burst Causes Collision, Injuring Two MLAs Among Six
✍️ Outlook India
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 05:37 PM
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A collision triggered by a burst compressed‑gas cylinder left six people injured, including two sitting members of the legislative assembly.
A burst compressed‑gas cylinder caused a sudden collision that injured six people, two of whom are sitting members of the legislative assembly. The incident occurred when the cylinder, likely used for cooking or heating, ruptured and struck a vehicle or pedestrian. Emergency services responded quickly, transporting the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. The two MLAs sustained moderate injuries and were expected to recover with medical care. Authorities are investigating the cause of the cylinder failure and have urged stricter safety checks on stored gas cylinders.