Question : SAFETY IN COAL MINES



(a) whether the Government propose to enact a new legislation regarding safety in coal mines in the country;

(b) if so, whether the Government have undertaken any assessment of coal mines regulations in developed countries; and

(c) if so, the details thereof and the steps taken by the Government to adopt latest coal mining technique and safety measures as are being adopted by various other countries?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE FOR LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT (SHRI MUNI LALL)

(a) : No, Sir.

(b) & (c) : Does not arise.