All Workers Trapped In Sikkim Tunnel Rescued After Massive Operation
All construction workers trapped inside the Samardung tunnel in Sikkim have been successfully rescued following an intensive emergency operation. The incident occurred at the Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project site where workers became stranded during construction progress.
Rescue teams successfully evacuated all workers who were trapped inside the Samardung tunnel near Rangpo in Sikkim. The workers were performing duties related to the Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project when the emergency situation unfolded at the Mamring construction site.
A massive multi-agency operation was launched immediately to secure the safety of the personnel. Authorities mobilized specialized equipment and rescue experts to navigate the tunnel infrastructure and ensure a safe passage for the trapped individuals.
The workers are reportedly in stable condition following their extraction and have been provided with necessary medical attention. Operational safety protocols at the hydroelectric project site are currently under review by local officials to determine the cause of the incident.
Source: Local field reports from the Samardung tunnel site at Mamring near Rangpo.
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