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Tiruvallur ammonia leak: Left parties seek ₹25-lakh compensation for families of victims

An ammonia leak in Tiruvallur has raised serious concerns regarding workplace safety and the treatment of workers, particularly young women from other states. CPI(M) Tamil Nadu Politburo member K. Balakrishnan criticized the management for housing these workers under exploitative conditions and forcing them to work late hours, which allegedly contributed to the incident. The Left parties are demanding ₹25 lakh compensation for the victims' families, highlighting the urgent need for better labor regulations and safety measures in industrial settings.