A tragic accident took place in Mahrashtra's Bhandara district on Wednesday were two workers died and one injured after a slab collapsed during mining operations at the Chikhla mines of Manganese Ore (India) Limited (MOIL), said officials.
The incident occurred unexpectedly as a portion of the mine’s slab caved in, trapping the workers beneath the debris. Rescue teams were swiftly dispatched to the site, and the injured worker was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care.
Authorities have initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause of the collapse and evaluate the safety measures in place at the mining site. MOIL officials have assured full cooperation with the inquiry and extended their deepest condolences to the bereaved families.
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Further updates on the condition of the injured worker and the findings of the investigation are awaited.