Neogen Chemicals Limited reported a fire incident at its Dahej SEZ plant on March 5, 2025, at around 12:30 AM IST. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but due to the prompt response of the supervisory staff, the fire was contained, preventing damage to nearby facilities. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported.
The Dahej plant is one of Neogen Chemicals’ four manufacturing units and specializes in the production of organic chemicals. Notably, the fire did not affect the neighboring Neogen Ionics Limited plant.
Following the incident, operations at the affected division have been temporarily suspended. The company has informed its insurance provider and is awaiting a detailed survey to assess the extent of the damage. The insurance assessment is expected to take place soon, and further updates will be provided accordingly.
Neogen Chemicals remains committed to safety and operational integrity. The company is taking all necessary measures to restore normalcy while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.