Shillong, Feb 9: Rescue and search operations for the remaining miners are underway at Mynsyngat-Thangsko, East Jaintia Hills.
A dynamite explosion in the mine. February 5 resulted in the death of 18 miners. (Relatives of the deceased in Khliehriat Hospital in picture)
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The number of injured persons rose to 8 from 1.
Officials said search and rescue operations started at 9.55 am on Friday
The response teams mobilized for search & rescue operations include SDRF (2 teams), SRT (1team), NDRF (3 teams), medical team, additional teams from Jowai and Shillong, and 7 ambulances from Jowai
15 BSF: personnel and a Deputy Commandant with nursing staff and 2 doctors are also camping in the area.
The Army and Air Force are on standby.
