🌍🔥 This City has been burning for a Century!!! 🔥🌍 Burning Coal Mines of India !!!

Описание: Imagine living in a place where the ground beneath you is constantly burning, where toxic air fills your lungs, and the threat of the earth collapsing looms over you every day. Welcome to Jharia, a town in Jharkhand that has been on fire for over a century. Let's delve into the fiery tale of this extraordinary place.

Jharkhand is India's coal heartland, supplying the country with a significant portion of its coal, and a large part of this comes from the Gondalpara coal mine in Jharia. Mining operations started here in 1894, but the situation turned catastrophic in 1916 when the coal, highly flammable, caught fire. By 1970, the blaze had spread to 70 mines, and today, seeing the ground burning in Jharia is a common sight.

The environmental impact is devastating. Toxic air pollution not only threatens human health but also contributes to global warming. The constant fires have caused significant land subsidence, making the ground unstable. Over 50 million tonnes of coal have burned away, causing massive economic loss and endangering lives.

With 5 lakh residents at risk, the human cost is staggering. Families live in fear, breathing in noxious fumes and facing the danger of sudden land collapses. Despite the hazards, many have no choice but to stay, as their livelihoods are tied to the coal industry.

The fires in Jharia aren't just a local issue; they threaten one of India's largest coal reserves. If the flames continue unchecked, the repercussions could be felt nationwide, affecting energy production and economic stability.

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