1. A tragic incident unfolded in Merapani, Nagaland, as a landslide at a coal mine claimed the lives of six coal mine workers from Assam.
2. The victims, hailing from Golaghat district in Assam, were tragically buried alive while involved in mining activities.
3. Initially thought to be caused by a landslide, later reports indicated a fire outbreak within the coal mine as the potential cause of the fatalities, yet the precise cause remains uncertain.
Kohima, Jan 26: In a tragic incident, a landslide at a coal mine in Merapani, Nagaland, claimed the lives of six coal mine workers from Assam, with an additional four workers injured.
The victims, all from Assam’s Golaghat district, were buried alive while engaged in mining activities.
Initially believed to be caused by a landslide, subsequent information suggested a fire outbreak within the coal mine as the actual cause of the deaths, though the exact cause is yet to be determined.
This discrepancy underscores the inherent dangers faced by miners and the potential for rapid-onset disasters in such environments.
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Nagaland’s coal mines, particularly in the Mokokchung district, are known for their rich deposits, including blocks like Northern Khar, Changki Coal Block A and B, and Mongchen-Dibuia.
The high-calorific-value, low-ash, and low-moisture-content coal from this region finds use in various industries, such as paper, brick kilns, tea gardens, and ceramics.
The recent tragedy emphasizes the urgent need for stringent safety measures and regulations to protect the lives of those working in hazardous conditions within coal mines.
The community mourns the loss of Majibur Ali, Kamal Chetry, Bishal Thapa, and three other unidentified individuals who lost their lives in this unfortunate incident.
