Coal mines in Dukki, Balochistan remain closed for 17 days after deadly attack – ThePrint – ANIFeed

Quetta (Balochistan), October 30 (ANI): The closure of coal mines in Dukki in Balochistan for 17 days due to security concerns has disrupted coal supplies to Pakistan’s cities, local media reported.

According to Balochistan Post, the mines were closed following the attack that took place on October 11-12, in which unknown gunmen attacked the living quarters of mine workers in Dukki, resulting in the death of around 21 workers and the injury of seven others.

The report said about 40,000 workers left the area out of fear. Miners and unions are concerned about safety and will begin work once adequate services are in place.

So far, there is no official information about who is behind the attack.

As a result of a rocket attack on a coal mine in Dukki, approximately 21 mine workers were killed. According to doctor Johar Sadozai, the victims were immediately taken to the nearby Loralai Teaching Hospital. Initially, the police reported two deaths, but later the number of victims increased to 20.

Dukki is a mineral-rich area located in southwestern Balochistan, bordering Afghanistan. Due to the Taliban’s control over Afghanistan, fighting is increasing in the region.

Recently, the Pashtoonkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) protested against the murder of 21 miners in a deadly rocket attack in the town of Duki.

The party highlighted the “devastating” working conditions of miners. They also stressed that due to lack of safety and precautions, miners have to risk their lives.

Nawab Ayaz Khan Jogezai and Abdul Rahim Ziaratwal, senior party officials, criticized the working conditions of the miners. Nawab Jogezai said: “People who spend more than 75 percent of their budget on defense are still forced to pay conservation fees per tonne of coal.”

According to Balochistan Post, the government is actively assessing the security situation and working with local stakeholders, including officials, mine owners, trade unions and tribal leaders, to find a solution. On the other hand, miners are afraid and demand appropriate facilities to start work. (OR)

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