Nalgonda: A group of workers attacked the security room of Deccan Cement factory at Palakeedu in Suryapet district, damaging furniture while demanding ex gratia for the family of a colleague who died of a heart stroke on September 21. The situation escalated after police arrived, with workers targeting them using stones and sticks. Alleging that the management refused to pay ex gratia to his family, a group of 20-30 workers attacked the company office, damaging its furniture. Instead, they pelted stones at our vehicle, shattering its windows, and even attacked a constable with sticks, causing minor injuries,” he said. Palakeedu police have registered a case and are examining CCTV footage to identify those involved in the attack.