Telangana spotlight: Women blast through the mining barriers
Amendments to the Mines Act have enabled women in Telangana to take on roles in mining that were previously off-limits, including handling explosives and operating heavy machinery. Their new opportunities in jobs like supervising underground operations and driving large dumpers mark a significant step toward gender equality in the industry. This shift opens doors for women while challenging long-standing workplace barriers.
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