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Just Transition and Informal Workers in Coal Regions in India
There is a high proportion of informal workers in India’s coal states and districts who are directly dependent on coal for an income. These workers are engaged in a variety of activities related to coal mining, coal transportation, and in the coal washeries. Besides, a large proportion of people earn a living by gathering and selling coal. These workers collectively constitute the informal coal economy.