Karachi, Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, has issued a heartfelt message of condolence to the families and loved ones of the miners who perished in a recent coal mine accident in Harnai, Balochistan. The tragedy, which has resonated deeply within the community and across the nation, occurred just a day prior to the chairman’s statement.
According to Pakistan Peoples Party, Bhutto Zardari expressed his solidarity with the bereaved families, emphasizing his and the party’s support during their period of grief and loss. He highlighted the incident as a critical wake-up call for the enhancement of safety standards in the coal mining industry, insisting on the paramount importance of worker safety.
In his statement, the PPP chairman called on the authorities to undertake a comprehensive investigation into the accident and to enforce stringent safety regulations to avert similar incidents in the future. He underscored the responsibility of the Balochistan provincial government, where the PPP holds leadership, to act decisively in safeguarding the miners and improving their working conditions. Bhutto Zardari reaffirmed his commitment to the rights and welfare of workers across various industries, signaling a proactive stance on labor safety and protection under his party’s guidance.
As the community mourns, the call to action by Bhutto Zardari sheds light on the broader issues of labor rights and safety within Pakistan’s mining sector, urging immediate and substantive policy responses to prevent further tragedies.