Coromandel International Limited has issued clarification regarding ammonia leak near Chennai.

“As part of routine operation, we noticed abnormality on December 26, 2023 at 23.30 hrs in the ammonia unloading subsea pipeline near shoreside, outside the plant premises. Our Standard Operating Procedure activated immediately, and we have isolated ammonia system facility and brought the situation to normalcy in the shortest time,” the company informed stock exchange.

During the process, few members in the local community expressed discomfort and were given medical attention immediately. All are safe and normalcy is restored. “We have informed relevant authorities about the incident. Coromandel has always adhered to the highest safety standards and emergency response system,” Coromandel International said.