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Sonbhadra Quarry Collapse: Death Toll Rises to Six as Owner Arrested

Officials say rescue work continues at the Billi Markundi site where very large fallen rocks complicate access to those still unaccounted for.

Overview

  • Rescuers recovered six bodies from the Krishna Mining Works quarry, with NDRF and SDRF teams continuing operations using heavy machinery and sniffer dogs.
  • Authorities report that massive boulders and unstable slopes are slowing efforts to reach remaining workers believed to be under the debris.
  • Police registered an FIR against Krishna Mining Works and named partners, and the leaseholder was arrested as teams pursue other accused.
  • A magisterial probe has been ordered into the collapse, and officials have pledged ex‑gratia compensation for the victims’ families.
  • Local MP Chotelal Kharwar alleged the site was run illegally with official collusion, claims that authorities say will be examined as part of the inquiry.