A Chinese worker has died at the Barapukuria coal mine in Dinajpur. The incident took place on Saturday night (November 10), according to mine authorities and local sources.
Incident Details
A mine source, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the Chinese worker fell ill during regular work operations. He was quickly rescued and taken to the mine's internal medical center, where the attending doctor pronounced him dead. The exact cause of death has not yet been officially disclosed.Mine Authority's Position
The mine authorities have not yet issued any official statement. However, a source said senior officials have been informed about the incident, and the necessary legal procedures have been initiated.Local Reaction
Mourning has descended among local residents and mine workers following the incident. Some anxiety has also been observed among other foreign and local workers employed at the mine. However, mining operations remain normal, sources said.Investigation and Next Steps
The mine authorities are considering forming an investigation committee to determine the cause of death, the source said. Preparations are underway to send the body to the district headquarters hospital for autopsy. The incident has also raised fresh questions about safety measures at the mine.Barapukuria coal mine is the country's only underground coal mine, where coal extraction operations are conducted through a joint initiative between Bangladesh and China. Chinese engineers and workers are regularly employed at the mine.