Harnai: A blast occurred in a coal mine in Harnai , a city in Balochistan. In a horrific incident in Harnai, there was an explosion in the coal mine.
Some six colliers were injured in the incident.
The blast took place due to the storage of gas in the mine.
The injured colliers were brought to the hospital and necessary medical aid was provided to them.
It is worth mentioning that many such incidents have taken place in the past.
At times mines also collapse resulting as the causalities of the poor mine workers.
There are mines in all across Pakistan, including those in Balochistan but what is more concerning t Balochistan, being rich in mineral resources, has long been home to numerous coal and mineral mines.
However, the province has also witnessed several tragic incidents over the years due to poor safety standards, outdated equipment, and lack of proper regulations.
One of the most alarming concerns has been the frequent loss of miners’ lives in accidents caused by gas explosions, cave-ins, and lack of emergency medical facilities.
Major incidents include the 2011 Sorange coal mine explosion near Quetta, which claimed over 40 lives, and multiple fatal incidents in Mach and Duki regions in subsequent years.
These accidents have repeatedly highlighted the hazardous conditions under which miners work.
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Despite occasional government action, long-term safety reforms and monitoring have often remained insufficient, putting the lives of thousands of miners at continuous risk. The issue remains a serious concern for labor rights and industrial safety in Pakistan.
