Woman rescued after factory catches fire near Gudiyatham

A woman was rescued by coworkers after a fire broke out at a matchbox factory near Gudiyatham, India. The facility was destroyed, and police suspect an electrical short circuit caused the blaze.
Why it matters
Industrial fires in small-scale manufacturing units highlight ongoing concerns regarding workplace safety standards and fire prevention infrastructure.
A staff was rescued after a private match box making factory at Katadikuppam village near Gudiyatham town in Vellore was gutted after fire broke out in the facility.
The report provides a factual summary of the rescue and the subsequent investigation.
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