Seven people, including three children, were on Thursday killed after inhaling poisonous gas in a carpet factory at Jalalpur village in Bisvan area, about 35 kms from here, police said.
The incident took place due to leakage of the gas in the factory, they said.
"We are on the spot. More details are awaited," a senior official said. District Magistrate Akhilesh Tiwari said a rescue operation is being carried out.
The administration has confirmed the death of seven people including three children.
The factory owner is at large after the incident, officials said.
Meanwhile, taking note of the incident, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed his condolence and directed officials to provide all possible help to the affected people and initiate strict action against the guilty.
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