Rescue and relief operations were launched immediately after the explosion. According to the latest reports, 18 bodies have been recovered from the debris. There is a possibility of more bodies still trapped.
Shillong: The death toll in illegal coal mining blast at Mynsyngat in the Thangsko area under Umpleng Police Outpost in East Jaintia Hills may cross 18.
A multi-agency, including SDRF team, rescue operation is underway is continuing in search of any other victims who may be still trapped. A number of Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and the Special Rescue Team (SRT) are engaged in rescue efforts at the site.
Rescue and relief operations were launched immediately after the explosion. According to the latest reports, 18 bodies have been recovered from the debris. There is a possibility of more bodies still trapped.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has assured the strict action against persons responsible for the blast
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