Antony Waste Confirms Fatalities Following Landfill Collapse Near Waste-to-Energy Plant; Announces Comprehensive Support for Affected Families
Mumbai, July 12, 2026 – Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited confirmed a tragic loss of life following a natural calamity at the landfill adjacent to its Waste-to-Energy plant. The incident occurred after incessant rains caused thousands of tonnes of waste from an external landfill to collapse onto the facility site, resulting in severe damage to the administrative building where 23 employees were present.The company confirmed that nine individuals lost their lives due to the incident.
Emergency response teams, including the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the Indian Army, the Fire Brigade, PCMC, and local administration, responded swiftly. Fourteen employees were rescued from the site and are currently receiving medical treatment and counseling support.
Commitment to Affected Employees
Antony Waste confirmed that its immediate priority is supporting the affected individuals and their families. The company's senior management is personally meeting each family—both at hospitals and in their homes—to understand needs and ensure prompt delivery of support measures.The company has outlined a comprehensive support package for all affected staff and bereaved families:
| Support Area | Details |
|---|---|
| Injured Employees | All hospital, medical, and counseling expenses will be borne by the Company. |
| Bereaved Families | A financial assistance of ₹25,00,000 (Rupees Twenty-Five Lakh Only) will be provided to each family. This amount comprises ex-gratia support from the company along with benefits under statutory welfare/insurance schemes and the Group Insurance Policy. |
| Employment & Education | The Company commits to offering employment to an immediate family member of each deceased employee, where suitable. Furthermore, they will meet the educational expenses for the minor children of all deceased employees. |
| Support Mechanism | A dedicated company representative has been assigned as a single point of contact for every affected family to assist with medical care, documentation, insurance claims, and statutory benefits. |
Operational Status
Operations at the Waste-to-Energy plant have been temporarily suspended while a structural and safety assessment of the site is conducted. The company noted that municipal waste collection and transportation services remain unaffected by the incident.The financial impact of the incident is currently under assessment and will be communicated to stock exchanges once ascertained.
Speaking on the tragedy, Jose Jacob, Managing Director, and Mahendra Ananthula, Group President of Antony Waste Group stated that they are profoundly saddened by the incident and extended their deepest condolences. They assured stakeholders that the company would stand by all affected employees through immediate medical care, financial assistance, and long-term support.
The Company continued to cooperate fully with all concerned authorities and remains committed to supporting the affected individuals and their families during this difficult time.
AWHCL Stock Price Movement
On Friday, shares of Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited edged higher to close at ₹464.85, boosting the stock by 1.55%. Throughout the session, the equity traded between a daily low of ₹455 and a high of ₹469.5, with 96,905 shares transacted.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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