Lagatar24 Desk
Bhiwandi, Jan 1: An incident of landslide in a mining quarry took place in Haryana’s Bhiwani on Saturday.
According to Haryana police, two people have been injured and several others are missing.
More details on the incident are awaited.
Meanwhile, Haryana Agriculture Minister JP Dalal reached the spot of landslide for inspection.
“Some people have died. I cannot provide the exact figures as of now. A team of doctors has arrived. We will try to save as many people as possible, “ JP Dalal said.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar took to twitter to express his grief over the incident.
“Saddened by the unfortunate landslide accident in Dadam mining zone at Bhiwani. I am in constant touch with the local administration to ensure swift rescue operations and immediate assistance to the injured,” he tweeted.
Saddened by the unfortunate landslide accident in Dadam mining zone at Bhiwani. I am in constant touch with the local administration to ensure swift rescue operations and immediate assistance to the injured.
— Manohar Lal (@mlkhattar) January 1, 2022
After the National Green Tribunal lifted its restriction on mining work in the area, large-scale mining activities have begun in the Dadam mining area and Khanak Pahari. The two-month restriction issued by the green court due to pollution was lifted on Thursday, but mining operations did not begin until Friday.
