Dhanbad Mine Collapse: Allegations of Cover-up Amidst Rescue Delays
Confusion surrounds an alleged mine collapse in Dhanbad, with claims of deaths and cover-ups. While a National Disaster Response Force team has been dispatched, operations have not started due to challenges in site identification and equipment shortages. Allegations of illegal mining activities and extortion persist.
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The situation remains unclear about the reported mine collapse in Dhanbad, as conflicting claims of fatalities and cover-ups emerge. Several political leaders allege that numerous deaths have occurred, while the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has yet to commence rescue operations due to issues in pinpointing the collapse site.
Controversy erupted after Giridih MP CP Choudhary staged a demonstration demanding immediate rescue actions. Meanwhile, former Jharkhand minister Saryu Roy accused entities of deliberately burying evidence to conceal deaths, highlighting a potential cover-up supported by the mining mafia.
In response to mounting accusations of illegal mining and extortion, calls for a comprehensive investigation have intensified. Despite the dispatch of rescue teams, including the NDRF, efforts remain stalled, exacerbating concerns over safety and accountability in the region's mining operations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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