Bharuch, February 15, 2026 (IST) – Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (BSE: 500670 | NSE: GNFC) on Saturday informed stock exchanges that a sudden leakage of chlorine gas occurred at its TDI-I Plant in Bharuch on the night of February 14, 2026. The incident triggered an automatic shutdown of the plant’s safety systems, with operations fully restored within hours.
According to the company’s communication dated February 15, 2026 , the leakage occurred at approximately 21:17 hours and was contained entirely within the plant premises.
Incident Timeline and Immediate Response
GNFC stated that the chlorine gas leakage led to an automatic shutdown as per the in-built safety mechanism at the facility. The company clarified that:- The incident remained confined within the plant boundary.
- There was no gas release beyond the premises.
- There was no adverse impact on the surrounding area.
- No loss of life or property damage was reported.
Impact Assessment
As detailed in Annexure A of the company’s disclosure , GNFC confirmed the following:| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Expected quantum of loss/damage | No loss of life or damage to property |
| Insurance coverage | Not applicable, as no damage or loss requiring insurance claim |
| Impact on production/operations | Not applicable |
| Factory/unit involved | TDI-I Plant, Bharuch |
Operational Continuity Maintained
GNFC emphasized that the plant’s built-in safety protocols functioned as designed, enabling swift containment and restoration. The absence of external environmental impact and casualties underscores the effectiveness of the facility’s emergency response mechanisms.The TDI-I plant forms part of GNFC’s chemicals manufacturing operations at its Bharuch complex, one of the company’s key production hubs.
About GNFC
Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited is a publicly listed Indian company engaged in the manufacturing of fertilizers and industrial chemicals. It operates integrated facilities across Gujarat and serves domestic as well as international markets. The company’s shares are listed on both the BSE and the National Stock Exchange of India under the ticker GNFC.Source
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