A blast at a CNG station in Delhi's Tikri Kalan area left three dead and as many injured while a truck was being refuelled with compressed natural gas on Wednesday. The death of three people was confirmed by the Delhi Police. According to the initial information, the incident took place during CNG filling at the pump. The injured persons were reportedly present at the station when the blast occurred.
According to the Delhi Fire Service, the incident was reported at 3.37 pm. People who were standing close to the truck sustained injuries in the explosion and were subsequently taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. All three deceased were employees working at the CNG pump.
Details of deceased:
1. Manish, S/o Sanjay, Age 25 years
2. Brahmjeet, S/o Rohtas, Age 34 years, R/o Nizampur.
3. Sunny, S/o Naresh, Age 30 years, R/o Village Nizampur.
Six fire tenders rushed to the spot
Soon after receiving information about the blast, the Delhi Fire Service dispatched six fire tenders to the spot. Fire personnel reached the CNG station and took precautionary measures to ensure that the situation did not escalate further.
The injured were transported to a nearby hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment. Officials said further information about the condition of those injured is awaited.
Exact cause of explosion yet to be determined
The precise reason behind the explosion has not been established so far. A fire service officer said an investigation will be undertaken to determine what caused the truck's gas tank to explode during refuelling.
Fire service personnel also carried out the necessary safety measures at the site and brought the situation under control. Officials are assessing the circumstances surrounding the incident as the probe continues.
Similar CNG station accident reported in Delhi in April
This is not the first time a CNG-related accident has been reported at a fuel station in Delhi this year. In April 2026, a truck's CNG cylinder exploded at a station on the Najafgarh-Mitraon Road in the Dwarka area. Four people were injured in that incident and were rushed to a hospital for treatment.
According to information available at the time, a station employee was filling CNG into the truck when its cylinder suddenly exploded. Three of the four injured people were reportedly employees of the CNG station, while the fourth was an outsider. The incident had also raised concerns over safety measures at CNG stations and the need for strict compliance with prescribed safety standards during refuelling.
Why safety precautions are important during CNG refuelling
CNG is stored under high pressure which makes strict safety protocols essential during refuelling and handling. Experts advise motorists and CNG station personnel to remain alert, follow prescribed safety procedures and ensure that cylinders and related equipment undergo regular inspections. Proper maintenance, timely checks and adherence to safety standards can help reduce the risk of accidents and protect both workers and customers at CNG stations.
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