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Mine of Death: The Chilling Legends of Lambi Dehar Mines

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LAMBI DEHAR MINES,UTTARAKHAND The Tragic Tale Behind Lambi Dehar Mines  The haunting reputation of the Lambi Dehar Mines near Mussoorie, Uttarakhand   is deeply rooted in its dark and tragic past. Once a bustling limestone mining site, this place now stands abandoned, surrounded by an air of mystery and dread. To understand why the Lambi Dehar Mines are considered haunted, we must unravel the events that led to their eerie transformation. Unsafe Mining Practices: A Recipe for Disaster During its operational years, the Lambi Dehar Mines were a center for limestone extraction. However, the mining was conducted with little regard for safety regulations or the health of the labor force. Miners worked in hazardous conditions, inhaling limestone dust daily without proper protective gear. Over time, this exposure caused severe lung diseases, primarily silicosis, which affected thousands of workers. The relentless coughing, chest pain, and breathlessness became a grim reality...

The Haunting of The Savoy Hotel | Mussoorie’s Ghostly Legacy

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  Nestled in the serene hills of Mussoorie , the Savoy Hotel is a striking emblem of British colonial grandeur . Yet, beneath its charming façade and breathtaking views lies a spine-chilling tale that has captivated both locals and visitors for over a century—the haunting of Lady Garnet Orme . The Tragic Story of Lady Garnet Orme The haunting's origins trace back to 1911 , when a tragic and mysterious death shattered the tranquil atmosphere of the Savoy Hotel.   A British spiritualist, was found dead under peculiar circumstances in her room. An investigation revealed she had been poisoned with strychnine, but the perpetrator was never found. Initial suspicion fell on her companion, Miss Frances Garnett-Orme, who was eventually acquitted due to a lack of evidence. The case remains unsolved to this day. What makes this case particularly unsettling is the absence of clues. Authorities found no signs of forced entry or struggle, leaving the investigation at a dead end. This un...