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14 Workers Trapped in Pulley Lift at Bengal Coal Mine, Rescue Operations Underway
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What Happened?
Fourteen workers from Eastern Coalfields Limited were trapped in a pulley lift at a coal mine in West Bengal's Paschim Bardhaman district due to a technical glitch. Rescue operations are ongoing.
Key points
- The incident occurred around 200 feet underground at Kumardihi ‘A’ Colliery in Asansol.
- The pulley lift, known locally as a ‘doli’, stopped due to its operating rope getting entangled.
- Rescue teams are attempting to free the rope by rotating the drum in the opposite direction.
- Trade union representatives reported that 12-14 workers were inside the lift.
- Local MLA Jitendra Tiwari emphasized the need for safety investigations after the rescue.
Key insights
- The malfunction raises questions about the maintenance protocols for lifting equipment.
- Previous issues with the lift may indicate systemic safety problems within the mine.
- The response from local authorities will likely influence future safety regulations.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding equipment used in underground mining.
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Entities
Eastern Coalfields Limited· CompanyWest Bengal· StatePaschim Bardhaman· LocationKumardihi ‘A’ Colliery· LocationJitendra Tiwari· Person
Source
India Today
