— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 7, 2020Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday enquired about the gas leak incident at a chemical plant in Visakhapatnam. The chief minister has directed the district officials to take every possible step to save lives and bring the situation under control, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister’s Office stated. Also Watch | At least 3 dead, several sick after gas leak at Andhra Pradesh factoryAlso read: Andhra Pradesh chemical gas leak - What we know so farReddy will leave for Visakhapatnam and visit King George Hospital where the affected are being treated. “The chief minister is closely monitoring the situation and has instructed the district machinery to take immediate steps and provide all help,” CMO, Andhra Pradesh stated. “Saddened by the news of gas leak in a plant near Visakhapatnam which has claimed several lives.

Source: Hindustan Times May 07, 2020 04:47 UTC