GUWAHATI: Around 15 labourers were feared trapped inside a coal mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district after a sudden gush of water flooded the site Monday morning.
The accident occurred around 7 am at Assam Coal Quarry, situated in Umrangso’s 3 Kilo area in the district.
According to locals, about 10-15 workers were inside the quarry when the mishap occurred but authorities were yet to confirm a number.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state has requested the Army’s assistance in the ongoing rescue operation.
“The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are also on their way to the incident site to aid in the efforts,” he posted on X.
“Distressing news from Umrangshu, where labourers are trapped in a coal mine. The exact number and status are yet unknown. The DC, SP and my colleague Kaushik Rai are rushing to the site. Praying to God for everyone’s safety,” CM Sarma said in a separate X post.
