At Least 32 Miners Killed in Deadly Coal Mine Explosion in Pakistan's Balochistan
Methane gas blast traps dozens underground near Quetta as rescue teams continue search for missing workers.
At least 32 miners were killed after a powerful methane gas explosion ripped through a coal mine in Pakistan's Balochistan province on Thursday, making it one of the deadliest mining disasters in the region in recent years.
The explosion occurred at a coal mine near Quetta, trapping dozens of workers underground. Rescue teams worked through the night to recover bodies and search for survivors. Officials said several miners were pulled out alive, but around 10 workers remain missing, raising fears that the death toll could rise further.
Authorities believe the blast was triggered by a buildup of methane gas, a common hazard in underground coal mines. An investigation has been launched to determine whether safety protocols were followed, while rescue operations remain underway.
The tragedy has once again highlighted the poor safety standards in Pakistan's mining sector, particularly in Balochistan, where fatal mining accidents have occurred repeatedly over the years due to inadequate ventilation, weak enforcement of regulations, and hazardous working conditions.
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