Meghalaya police told to hunt down financiers of illegal coal trade (opens original article in a new tab)

Meghalaya police are cracking down on illegal coal mining by targeting financiers and owners after a deadly explosion, following court orders and public criticism. Rescue efforts continue with injured miners in critical condition.

• Meghalaya police ordered to target financiers of illegal coal trade following mining accidents
• High Court directed strict action against illegal mining after 27 deaths in February blast
• District magistrate banned gatherings at illegal mines and authorized seizure of mining equipment
• Rescue operations ongoing with nine miners in critical condition after blast