Hyderabad, June 19 -- The Telangana High Court has raised serious concerns about the safety of industries in the state, following a recent attack on an ethanol plant in Gadwal district.

Justice Vinod Kumar was hearing a plea by Gayathri Renewable Fuels and Allied Industries, which sought police protection to begin operations at its facility in Peddadhanwada village.

During Tuesday's hearing, Justice Kumar expressed dismay over the recurring attacks on industrial sites in Telangana. "There are attacks on industries all over the state, but nothing substantial is being done to ensure their safety," he remarked.

He also criticized the government's promotional efforts, saying, "You go around countries inviting investments but fail to protec...