BCCL Coal Mine Collapses in Asansol; Illegal Mining Suspected, Many Feared Trapped

• A coal mine in Asansol, West Bengal, reportedly run by BCCL, collapsed on January 13.
• Illegal mining activity is suspected to be the cause of the collapse, trapping many people.
• Rescue operations are underway by police and BCCL using JCB machines in the Bordila area.
• BCCL has denied ownership of the mine, stating it's likely a case of illegal mining.
• Local residents gathered at the site, causing tension as further details are awaited.

Why It Matters: Coal mine collapse in Asansol due to suspected illegal mining, trapping many; rescue operations ongoing.