A coal mine blast in Meghalaya on Thursday claimed the lives of at least 10 workers after a major explosion in Tashkhai.

According to initial reports, the blast occurred inside a coal mine, leading to heavy casualties among labourers present at the site. Authorities suspect that most of the victims were workers from Assam.

Meghalaya Police has launched a rescue operation following the incident and teams have been deployed to the area.

Black smoke is seen coming out of the mine as the labourers are seen around the site. The labourers who are outside are seen gathering at the spot. Some women and children are also seen at the spot.

Preliminary information indicates that one of the deceased workers was a resident of Bihara village in Katigorah. Further details are awaited as rescue and investigation efforts continue.

Source: India Today