There are approximately 2.5 million workers employed in mines in the north western Indian state of Rajasthan, often working in unsafe conditions. A recent study found that 23% of these workers had the presence of silicosis disease along with associated tuberculosis (TB). After intense lobbying, the Rajasthan government has agreed to provide these workers with medical, monetary and social benefits, as well as pay compensation to widows of dead workers.
There are approximately 2.5 million workers employed in mines in the north western Indian state of Rajasthan, often working in unsafe conditions. A recent study found that 23% of these workers had the presence of silicosis disease along with associated tuberculosis (TB). After intense lobbying, the Rajasthan government has agreed to provide these workers with medical, monetary and social benefits, as well as pay compensation to widows of dead workers.
