Meghalaya Coal Mine Blast: Death Toll Rises to 25 After Seven More Bodies Found

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News18•06-02-2026, 19:30
Meghalaya Coal Mine Blast: Death Toll Rises to 25 After Seven More Bodies Found
- •The death toll from an illegal coal mine explosion in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills has reached 25.
- •Seven additional bodies were recovered on Friday, bringing the total from 18 to 25.
- •The explosion occurred on Thursday in the Thangsku area of Umsngat village.
- •Search and rescue operations are ongoing with teams from SDRF, Special Rescue Team, and NDRF deployed.
- •The Army and Air Force remain on standby as authorities monitor the situation.
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