Rescue Teams Recover Body from Assam Coal Mine

In Assam's Dima Hasao district, rescuers have recovered the body of Rajen Sherch, a 42-year-old miner from Nepal, from a flooded illegal coal mine in Umrangso, where at least nine miners are still trapped. The body was retrieved by NDRF and Army Para Divers amidst challenging conditions, as water levels in the mine are estimated at nearly 100 feet. Rescue operations, involving nearly 100 personnel from various agencies, continue to face difficulties due to adverse weather and logistical constraints. An FIR has been registered against Punish Nunisa, the alleged mine owner, for operating the mine illegally. Of the 27 miners initially trapped, 10 managed to escape, but between 13 and 17 remain unaccounted for, raising concerns for their safety. Families of the miners are anxiously waiting for updates as the search efforts continue.