Coal miner's day in India: a reflection on health risks and legislation

Coal mining is a hazardous profession in India that exposes workers to range of health risks, including respiratory diseases, skin disorders, hearing loss, and injuries. The coal miner's day, observed on May 4th every year, commemorates the hard work sacrifices miners. mines act, 1952, its associated regulations mandate provision medical facilities, safety measures, rescue stations trained personnel for workers. (Conservation development) 1974, mandates conservation resources development while ensuring However, implementation these laws has been inadequate many cases, leading high prevalence occupational diseases among lack proper identified as key factor contributing diseases. Additionally, existing do not address specific issues with use automation robotics mining. To safeguard miners, more efforts are needed ensure effective provide adequate support rehabilitation services. Prioritizing well-being miners can pay tribute their contribution society promoting safer healthier workplace all.