At Least 10 Workers Trapped in Uttarakhand Tunnel; Rescue Operation Underway
At Least 10 Workers Trapped in Uttarakhand Tunnel; Rescue Operation Underway
Chamoli, Uttarakhand: At least 10 workers remain trapped inside a tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district after a sudden surge of water and debris entered the structure, triggering an emergency rescue operation.
Tunnel belongs to Tehri Hydro Development Corporation (THDC) hydro power project in Pipalkoti, Chamoli district.
According to police, 18 labourers were working inside the tunnel when water and debris unexpectedly rushed in, leaving several workers stranded.
Rescue teams managed to safely evacuate eight workers, while efforts are continuing to reach the remaining 10 trapped labourers.
Police personnel, district administration officials and emergency response teams have been deployed at the site and are carrying out rescue operations. Additional ambulances have also been dispatched to strengthen emergency medical support.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as rescue personnel work to establish safe access to the trapped workers. Further details regarding the condition of those still inside the tunnel are awaited.
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