More than 10 people were injured after a cylinder explosion at a paying guest (PG) accommodation in Bommasandra, Anekal taluk, prompting a fire department response and police investigation
A cylinder explosion at a PG accommodation in Bommasandra, Anekal taluk, on the outskirts of Bengaluru left more than 10 people injured on Wednesday morning. Firefighters brought the blaze under control, while police launched an investigation into the cause of the explosion.
Bengaluru: More than 10 people sustained injuries after a cylinder explosion at a paying guest (PG) accommodation in Bommasandra of Anekal taluk on Wednesday morning.
The incident occurred at around 6 am within the limits of the Hebbagodi Police Station. Fire and emergency personnel rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control before it could spread further.
The injured were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Officials are yet to confirm the exact cause of the explosion.
Cylinder Explosion at Bommasandra PG
According to preliminary information, the PG building belongs to Nagaraj Reddy and had reportedly been leased to another individual. More than 10 workers from northern India were residing in the accommodation at the time of the incident.
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The explosion occurred early in the morning, triggering panic among the occupants. Emergency responders evacuated the premises and extinguished the fire.
"More than 10 people were injured after a cylinder explosion at a PG accommodation in Bommasandra," officials said.
Fire Department Responds, Police Begin Investigation
Personnel from the Fire and Emergency Services reached the scene shortly after receiving information about the blast and carried out firefighting operations.
Police also visited the site to conduct a preliminary inspection and have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion.
Authorities are examining whether the blast resulted from an LPG leak, equipment failure or any other factor. The exact cause will be confirmed after the investigation.
Previous Cylinder Blast Incidents in Bengaluru
Bengaluru has witnessed several cylinder-related accidents in recent years:
- February 2026 (Kanakapura Town): Three people died and several others sustained severe burn injuries in an LPG cylinder explosion inside a house.
- December 2025 (Kundalahalli): A 23-year-old software engineer was killed and three others were injured in a commercial cylinder blast at a PG facility.
- October 2025 (KR Puram): An 81-year-old woman died and four others were injured after a leaking gas tube triggered an explosion that caused a house to collapse.
- August 2025 (Wilson Garden): Three people, including two children, lost their lives and 12 others were injured after an LPG leak caused a blast that damaged multiple houses.
- September 2023 (Marathahalli): Four members of a family sustained severe burn injuries after a cylinder leak ignited while they were lighting a stove.
- March 2023 (Rajajinagar): Thirteen people, including six children, were injured in a fire caused by a leaking domestic gas cylinder.
- December 2018 (IISc): A research technician died and three scientists were critically injured following a hydrogen cylinder explosion in a laboratory.
- May 2018 (Kadugodi): One person died and three others were injured after a gas leak triggered an explosion at an illegal private cylinder refilling unit.
LPG Safety Guidelines for Households
Oil marketing companies recommend several precautions to reduce the risk of LPG-related accidents:
- Keep the cylinder upright on a flat surface.
- Store cylinders in a well-ventilated area.
- Install the gas stove on a platform above the cylinder level.
- Light the matchstick or lighter before opening the gas knob.
- Turn off the regulator when the stove is not in use.
- Use only BIS-approved LPG hoses.
- Replace the rubber gas tube every five years.
- If gas leakage is suspected, open windows, avoid operating electrical switches and contact the LPG emergency helpline 1906.
Consumers are advised to follow LPG safety practices and immediately report suspected gas leaks to avoid accidents.
Commercial Safety Norms for PGs
According to fire safety and Karnataka government regulations, commercial kitchens and PG accommodations are required to comply with prescribed LPG safety norms.
These include using commercial LPG cylinders instead of domestic cylinders for mass cooking, maintaining adequate ventilation, storing cylinders in designated safe areas and ensuring gas installations remain away from electrical hazards. Establishments are also encouraged to shift to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) where available.
Authorities are expected to verify whether all applicable safety regulations were followed at the PG where the explosion occurred.
