A Pusa University acid accident in Bihar created panic on Monday. The incident took place at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa. Four labourers were cleaning a room when a stored acid bottle suddenly exploded. The blast caused serious burns. The Pusa University acid accident shocked workers nearby, and they rushed to help.
Two of the injured workers are in critical condition. Doctors are giving them constant care at Pusa Hospital. The other two workers also received burns and need close monitoring. University officials reached the spot soon after hearing the news and reviewed the situation.
The accident raised questions about safety rules at the university. Workers said the bottle was kept inside a container, but no one expected it to explode during simple cleaning work. Officials promised a full investigation to prevent similar incidents.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University has a long history. The British established the original agricultural institute in 1905 to support food research. The Government of Bihar later expanded it in 1970. In 2016, it became a Central Agricultural University. Today, the university supports teaching and research for Bihar and India. Monday’s incident reminded everyone that safety must stay a top priority on such campuses.
