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NIA probes Rajasthan refinery fire for sabotage

India's National Investigation Agency is investigating a major fire at the Pachpadra refinery in Rajasthan as a potential act of sabotage.

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Rajasthan, India
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Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 10:29 UTC
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India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) has joined the investigation into a massive fire at the Pachpadra refinery in Rajasthan. Authorities are examining whether the blaze was caused by a technical failure or a deliberate act of sabotage, raising serious concerns about the security of the country's strategic energy infrastructure. Investigators are reportedly exploring both domestic and cross-border angles, as the refinery is considered a critical national asset tied to India's energy security.
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