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Meghalaya: CM declares judicial inquiry into fatal illegal mining incident

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has ordered a judicial inquiry into a deadly explosion at an illegal coal mine. The blast in East Jaintia Hills district claimed around 27 lives. Search and rescue operations continue for any survivors. The National Green Tribunal had previously banned such mining practices due to environmental and safety concerns.

10 Feb 2026 12:15 am