In this eyeopening report, JIST News’ Medha takes you to Jharia, Dhanbad, where a coal bed fire has raged continuously for over 100 years. This fire has already destroyed countless metric tonnes of coal, and vast coal reserves remain trapped, inaccessible beneath the blazing earth. But beyond this environmental tragedy lies a more haunting reality: the daily lives of Jharia's coal miners, who live and work amidst these flames.
Despite its rich natural resources, Jharkhand remains one of India's poorest states. Why do thousands of people still struggle for a basic livelihood in the land of abundant coal and minerals? Join us as we uncover the shocking truths of Jharia's burning coalfields, the exploitation of local communities, and the overlooked dangers faced by the workers in the heart of India’s coal capital.