A major fire broke out at HPCL's Visakhapatnam refinery, triggering explosion rumours. Police confirmed no casualties as officials investigate the cause. A major fire erupted late on Monday night at the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) refinery in the Gajuwaka industrial area of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. A fire broke out at HPCL's Visakhapatnam refinery, triggering panic in nearby areas. Officials suspect a possible explosion, with details awaited.