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Explosion in Gypsum Mine in Khewra, Kills 6 Workers

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Explosion in Gypsum Mine in Khewra, Kills 6 Workers

Explosion in Gypsum Mine in Khewra, Kills 6 Workers
JEHLUM (Web Desk): An explosion in a gypsum mine in Khewra at least six workers died and many others buried under the rubble, Media reported on Tuesday.

Khewra is a city in Punjab’s district of Jehlum.

The explosion – reportedly carried out to make way inside the mine – went wrong and resulted in casualties.

Rescue workers are yet to reach the site.

Earlier in January, an explosion in Orakzai Agency caused a mine to cave in, killing two coal miners and severely injuring five others.

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