Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Coal Miner Killed, Another Injured in Jharkhand Mine Explosion
In a coal mine in Jharkhand, India, an explosion happened while workers were using explosives to dig for coal.
Sadly, a 55-year-old worker named Mahesh Sao died instantly.
Another worker, 56-year-old Radha Devi, was hurt and taken to the hospital.
The explosion took place at the Urimari open-cast mine.
The police are investigating what caused the explosion and are handling the aftermath.
The injured worker was first taken to a nearby hospital and then transferred for more advanced care.
An explosion occurred at Urimari open-cast mine in Jharkhand.
The explosion happened during coal excavation involving explosives.
One coal miner, Mahesh Sao, died at the scene.
Another worker, Radha Devi, was injured.
Radha Devi was referred to Medanta Hospital in Ranchi for treatment.
- Who
- Mahesh Sao, an employee of Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), died, and Radha Devi was injured.
- What
- An explosion occurred during handling of explosives in a drilled hole for coal excavation.
- When
- Wednesday evening.
- Where
- Urimari open-cast mine in Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand.
- Why
- The cause of the explosion is not mentioned in the article.
- Incident
- Coal mine explosion
- Location
- Urimari open-cast mine, Barka-Sayal area, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand
- Fatalities
- 1
- Injured
- 1
- Deceased
- Mahesh Sao, 55 years old
- Injured Employee
- Radha Devi, 56 years old