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Rescue Operation Ends in Sikkim Tunnel Blast, Toll Rises to 25
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A four-day search and recovery operation has ended in Sikkim's Namchi district after three bodies were recovered from the tunnel blast site, bringing the toll to 25.
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Rescue Operation Ends in Sikkim Tunnel Blast, Toll Rises to 25
The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation said the tunnel collapsed on Monday after a 'sudden explosion of trapped or embedded suspected methane gas'. The rescue teams recovered three bodies on Thursday, bringing the four-day search and recovery operation to an end. The tunnel was part of the Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project of the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation in Sikkim's Namchi district. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of construction sites in the region. The corporation has promised a thorough investigation into the incident. The rescue operation was carried out by a team of experts from the National Disaster Response Force and the Indian Army. The toll due to the blast has increased to 25, with three bodies recovered on Thursday. The incident has sparked a debate about the safety of construction sites in the region. The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation has promised a thorough investigation into the incident. The rescue operation was carried out by a team of experts from the National Disaster Response Force and the Indian Army. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of construction sites in the region.
Rescue teams recover 22 bodies from Sikkim NHPC tunnel collapse
Rescue teams have been working round-the-clock to locate the trapped individuals. The death toll in the NHPC tunnel collapse in Sikkim's Namchi district rose to 22 on Wednesday. Officials said the body of one more worker was recovered from the tunnel on Wednesday, taking the number of bodies retrieved so far to 13. The search operation is ongoing, with multiple agencies involved, including NDRF, SDRF, the Army, and mine rescue teams.
Sikkim Tunnel Collapse: Death Toll Rises to 13
A body was recovered from the tunnel collapse at the under-construction NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project in Sikkim, taking the death toll to 13. The incident occurred after an explosion suspected to have been caused by methane gas. The search and rescue operations were briefly suspended due to the accumulation of debris. The NHPC officials have confirmed the recovery of the body and the death toll. The incident is being investigated by the authorities. The tunnel collapse is a tragic incident that has resulted in the loss of 13 lives. The incident highlights the importance of safety measures in construction projects. The NHPC officials have assured that they will take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
13 Bodies Recovered from Collapsed Sikkim Tunnel, Rescue Ops Continue
Rescue operations are ongoing at the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project tunnel in Sikkim, where 13 bodies have been recovered so far. The incident occurred during search operations. Officials said that the body of one more worker was recovered from the tunnel on Wednesday. The rescue operations are expected to continue in the coming days. No further details are available at this time.
Toxic Gases Slow Rescue Ops in South Sikkim Tunnel Blast, Toll Reaches 15
Rescuers are facing difficulties in rescuing workers trapped in a tunnel blast in South Sikkim, due to the presence of toxic gases. The death toll in the blast has reached 15, with 12 workers still missing. The blast occurred in an under-construction tunnel of the Teesta Stage-VI Hydel Project at Samardung in South Sikkim. Rescuers are working to clear the tunnel of toxic gases before they can proceed with the rescue operation. The rescue operation is being hampered by the presence of methane and carbon monoxide in the tunnel. The authorities have reported that three more dead bodies were retrieved from the tunnel on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 15. The authorities have also reported that 10 people are still missing.
12 Killed in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse; Rescue Operations Underway
A tunnel collapse in Sikkim has resulted in the deaths of 12 people, with several others trapped. Rescue operations are underway to rescue those trapped. The incident occurred on Thursday, and the police have launched a rescue operation to reach the trapped people. The rescue teams are working to clear the debris and reach the trapped people. The police have appealed to the public to remain calm and cooperate with the authorities. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of the tunnel, which has been in use for several years.
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