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Dhanbad Land Subsidence Kills Three as Cause Is Disputed

An inquiry now seeks to settle rain-versus-mining claims over the cave-in.

Overview

  • A house in Tandabadi Basti collapsed during Tuesday evening's land subsidence in Dhanbad, killing three people.
  • Rescuers worked more than four hours overnight to recover the bodies, which police sent for postmortem exams.
  • Police said heavy rain likely caused the cave-in, while residents and a local legislator alleged illegal coal mining and blasting.
  • Residents blocked the Rajganj–Chas road and confronted officials during site visits, and CISF personnel moved in to calm the situation.
  • District leaders held a review, ordered relief like food and water for displaced families, and said state compensation would be paid as inquiries continue.