•A horrific explosion at SBL Energy Limited's Nagpur plant killed 17 and injured 18, with the company having a 1000 crore annual turnover.
•SBL Energy, founded in 2002, is a major manufacturer of industrial and mining explosives, including slurry, emulsion explosives, and detonators.
•The blast, which occurred on March 1, 2026, is believed to have originated in the detonator packing area, a highly sensitive component.
•The company's products are crucial for large-scale projects like road construction, tunnel digging, and mining, serving clients across various sectors.
•SBL Energy, the second-largest industrial explosives company in India, is expanding into defense manufacturing, including TNT production.
