The incident occurred while mining operations were underway, leading to a sudden cave-in of the slab, trapping the workers beneath the debris. Rescue teams were immediately deployed to the site, and the injured worker was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Maharashtra | Two workers were killed and another was injured as a slab in Chikhla mines of Manganese Ore (India) Limited collapsed. The incident took place at Moil Chikhla, Vertical Two Underground Level 3, at a depth of 100 meters. The injured worker was sent to Laksh Hospital… pic.twitter.com/uXeDARVHGP
— ANI (@ANI) March 5, 2025
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collapse and assess safety protocols at the mining site. MOIL officials have assured full cooperation with the inquiry and extended condolences to the families of the deceased.
Further updates on the condition of the injured worker and the findings of the investigation are awaited.
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