By Our Reporter
SHILLONG: Labour Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh will visit Garo Hills on May 24 to assess the frequent accidental death of coal labourers in the mines.
Moreover, an inquiry by the labour inspector has also been ordered by the Government on the death of three coal mine workers in South Garo Hills.
Three coal labourers were killed in a mine at Era Aning, South Garo Hills, on Tuesday afternoon after a crane fell on the workers.
Lyngdoh said that she will visit many sites of coal mines to understand the problems of the workers.
“I will also visit the family members of the victims in South Garo Hills,” she said.
According to the Minister, the Government will initiate welfare measures for the mine workers and their families.
“We will also ensure that the employers take initiative to provide premium insurance coverage to the workers,” she added.