A heart-stopping incident has emerged from a Post-Matric Hostel in Shajapur, Madhya Pradesh, where a routine kitchen task turned into a life-threatening explosion.

CCTV footage captures the exact moment a pressure cooker exploded while the hostel cook, Ramkanya Bai, was preparing food.

The blast was so violent that the lid flew off, causing severe injuries and burns to the cook.

Students rushed to help immediately, and she is currently hospitalized.

The incident has sparked serious concerns regarding safety protocols and appliance maintenance in institutional kitchens.

Authorities are now investigating whether this was a mechanical failure or a case of negligence.