Rescue Race: 40 Workers Trapped in Himalayan Tunnel Collapse
In northern India, a race against time is on to rescue 40 workers trapped in a tunnel collapse during the construction of a Himalayan highway. This crisis unfolded in Uttarkashi, leaving workers stranded with limited oxygen and water.
Rescuers are communicating with the trapped workers, delivering crucial supplies through the debris. The tunnel is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s infrastructure initiative, and a massive rescue operation, involving state and national disaster officials, is in full swing.
While 20 meters of debris has been cleared, there’s still 40 meters to go, with an estimated additional day for the operation. The Char Dham Highway project aims to improve connectivity and access to pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand.
This incident adds to recent construction disasters in India, raising concerns about infrastructure quality. The urgent rescue highlights the challenges in rapidly developing the country’s transport network. Credit to CNN for the original report.”