The blast, which occurred deep underground, triggered a massive collapse of the mine's structure, trapping dozens of workers beneath the rubble. Rescue teams from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the Mines Department, and other emergency services were immediately deployed to the site, launching an extensive search-and-recovery operation.
According to authorities, the bodies of 34 miners have been recovered so far. Rescue efforts continue for a second day as teams work tirelessly to reach seven additional workers who are still believed to be trapped underground.
The majority of the deceased hailed from Shangla district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The remains of 11 victims have already been transported to their hometowns for burial.
Chief Inspector of Mines Muhammad Atif stated that the miners were operating at a depth of approximately 2,500 to 3,000 feet when the explosion occurred. He further noted that the blast severely damaged the mine's secondary ventilation shaft, significantly complicating rescue operations and hampering access to trapped workers.
Officials confirmed that a total of 41 miners were inside the mine at the time of the incident. The recovered bodies have been transferred to Civil Hospital Quetta for identification and medico-legal formalities, after which they will be handed over to their families.
Hossein Amiri - seyed mohammad kazemi
