PM Modi condoles loss of lives in China coal mine blast; 90 miners reported killed so far
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences for the loss of lives in a coal mine explosion in China's Shanxi Province, where at least 90 miners have been confirmed dead. The blast, which occurred in Changzhi city, has led to the rescue of 201 miners so far. This incident marks China's deadliest coal mine disaster since 2009, prompting calls for improved safety measures from Chinese leadership.
- ▪At least 90 miners have been reported killed in a coal mine explosion in Shanxi Province, China.
- ▪201 miners have been rescued following the explosion that occurred late Friday.
- ▪This incident is the deadliest coal mine disaster in China since 2009, when 108 people died in Heilongjiang province.
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PM Modi condoles loss of lives in China coal mine blast; 90 miners reported killed so farOfficial media in Beijing reported that 201 miners have so far been rescued following the explosion at a coal mine in north ChinaUpdated on: May 23, 2026 9:19 PM ISTWritten by Shubham PandeyShare viaCopy link Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed sorrow over the loss of lives in a coal mine accident in China’s Shanxi Province and conveyed condolences to President Xi Jinping and the people of China after a gas explosion killed at least 90 miners.PM Modi condoled the deaths in China’s Shanxi mine blast, wishing recovery for missing miners. (REUTERS)Official media in Beijing reported that 201 miners have so far been rescued following the explosion at a coal mine in north China.
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