Rescue Delayed as Location of Dhanbad Mine Collapse Remains Unclear

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• Incident Overview: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was deployed in Jharkhand’s Dhanbad district following reports of miners trapped during illegal mining in a collapsed abandoned coal mine. However, rescue operations have not begun as the exact location remains unidentified.
• Conflicting accounts: Authorities, including Dhanbad management and BCCL officials, claim no signs of a mine collapse have been found, while locals insist workers are trapped. Several names of missing persons were provided by villagers.
• Political Reactions & Allegations:

– Giridih MP CP Choudhary staged a protest demanding an inquiry into alleged deaths and blamed coal mafias for trying to suppress evidence by sealing the mine.
– JD(U) leader Saryu Rai criticized district authorities and BCCL over lapses enabling illegal mining activities.
– Jharkhand BJP spokesperson Pratul shahdeo called for action from both state and central authorities regarding coal thefts and suppression of incidents.

• Evidence & Denials: Claims emerged that nine workers died in Kesargarha due to a roof collapse linked to syndicate-led mining, but police investigations so far indicate no tangible proof.

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