Vizag Steel Plant Issue: Nara Lokesh Confronted Over Tragedy, Left Demands ₹1 Crore Compensation
Tensions flared at Visakhapatnam's King George Hospital as Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh faced sharp questions from Left leaders and trade union representatives over compensation for victims of the deadly steel plant accident. The tragedy claimed eight lives and left six workers injured after an explosion, fire, and collapse inside a steel melt shop. While the state government announced compensation and assured support to affected families, Left leaders demanded that the payout be increased to ₹1 crore per deceased worker.
