Quetta: 34 Miners Killed in Surange Coal Mine Accident, Rescue Operation Continues

Quetta (Web Desk) — At least 34 miners have lost their lives in a tragic coal mine accident in the Surange area of Quetta, while several others are reportedly still trapped underground.

Rescue teams have recovered the bodies of all 34 confirmed victims from the mine. However, officials fear that the death toll may rise as efforts continue to locate the remaining trapped miners.

Joint Rescue Operation and Latest Situation

A joint rescue operation involving the Mines and Minerals Department and emergency response teams is continuing without interruption at the accident site.

According to sources, modern equipment is being used to search for the miners trapped inside the mine and evacuate them safely.

Key Information

Location: Surange, Quetta, Balochistan

Confirmed Death Toll: 34 miners

Current Situation: Rescue operation continues for miners still trapped underground

Balochistan Chief Minister Takes Notice and Orders Transparent Inquiry

Taking serious notice of the incident, Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has sought an immediate and detailed report from the Mines and Minerals Department.

The chief minister directed the authorities to conduct a transparent and impartial inquiry to determine the fundamental causes of the accident and identify those responsible.

“If negligence or carelessness is established at any level, indiscriminate action will be taken against those responsible in accordance with the law.”

— Mir Sarfraz Bugti, Chief Minister of Balochistan

Strict Implementation of Safety Protocols Ordered

The Balochistan chief minister has issued immediate and clear instructions to the Mines and Minerals Department to ensure strict implementation of safety protocols at all coal mines across the province.

The measures are aimed at preventing similar tragic incidents in the future and improving the safety of mine workers.