14. The Bhopal Gas Tragedy (1984)
The Bhopal Gas Tragedy in India is one of the world’s worst industrial disasters. A toxic gas leak from a pesticide plant killed thousands instantly and affected countless more in the years that followed. The incident triggered global reforms in chemical safety regulations and heightened awareness of corporate accountability. Governments and industries worldwide responded by tightening safety standards, underscoring the importance of stringent oversight for hazardous operations. Read more from WHO.
