Tunnel under construction collapses in Sikkim: Eight people killed, 27 laborers trapped, rescue underway

PM Modi took information about rescue operations

Gangtok. Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said that one day First, 10 laborers died due to the collapse of an under construction tunnel in Namchi district. Went. Chief Minister said that NHPC in Samardung of Jholunge (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Teesta Stage-VI Hydropower The tunnel under construction under the project collapsed due to a landslide.

The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to him and took information about the rescue operations. Tamang has ‘x‘ but said in a post, Samardung of Namchi district, bags Tunnel under construction under NHPC Teesta Phase-VI Hydroelectric Project in Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to me after the tragic incident in And took information about the current situation and ongoing rescue operations.

He also said, towards the affected workers and their families With words full of concern and sensitivity, on behalf of the Government of India The assurance of all possible assistance is a big boost for the people of Sikkim in this difficult time. Has become a source of strength and confidence.

Officials said that on Monday The tunnel entrance was closed due to a landslide in the afternoon and there was a gas leak. amid apprehension 27 The workers were trapped inside. He told that The rescue operation has become complicated due to gas inside the tunnel.. stranded workers Many rescue workers felt dizzy and some fainted while trying to reach the Also done. According to officials, It is believed that this gas is underground emerging naturally from layers or rock formations, which is caused by landslides Is affected.

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