Deadly Indian incidents highlight relaxed regulations

LG Polymers plant in Visakhapatnam

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Concern over human and environmental cost of reforms aimed at ease of doing business

A spate of chemical accidents and emerging environmental controversies have caused concern over the consequences of India relaxing environmental and labour laws.

Many of these incidents happened when the factories were being opened after the coronavirus lockdown. Experts believe that shortage of skilled staff and poor maintenance practices are contributing factors