Rescue efforts are underway, but hope diminishes for the 17 miners still trapped beneath the debris, the officials said.

Despite the challenging circumstances, local residents have rallied to assist in the rescue operation.

Two miners have been successfully rescued, albeit injured, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the tragic event.

However, the fate of those remaining trapped individuals remains uncertain, intensifying the anguish experienced by their families.

Journalists faced hostility and were barred from documenting the distressing scene, heightening tensions on-site, as reported by local sources. (ILKHA)