Bhopal Chemical Disaster

The Bhopal Chemical Disaster occurred on December 3, 1984, when a pesticide plant in Bhopal, India, released a large amount of toxic methyl isocyanate gas into the air. Due to a safety failure, thousands of people nearby were exposed, causing immediate deaths, severe injuries, and long-term health problems like respiratory issues and blindness. It is considered one of the world's worst industrial accidents, highlighting the importance of strict safety practices in chemical manufacturing. The incident resulted in thousands of deaths and ongoing health and environmental concerns in the region.