(i) Mining activity is often called a “killer industry” due to high risks involved.
(ii) The dust and poisonous fumes inhaled by the miners expose them to pulmonary diseases.
(iii) The risk of collapsing mine roofs, inundation and fires in coal mines are a constant threat to miners.
(iv) The water sources in the region get contaminated due to mining.
(v) Dumping of waste and slurry leads to degradation of land, soil and river pollution.