Tunnel collapses at an Indian hydropower project, killing at least 7
Summary
A tunnel under construction at a hydropower project in Uttarakhand, India, collapsed overnight, killing at least seven workers. Rescue teams are working to save others trapped inside as water and debris flood the tunnel.Key Facts
- The tunnel collapse happened at the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydroelectric project in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand.
- At least seven workers died, 12 were rescued, and three are still missing.
- The accident happened after water and debris suddenly rushed into the tunnel.
- Rescue efforts involve national and state Disaster Response Forces, Indo-Tibetan Border Police, and fire services.
- Water and debris inside the tunnel are making rescue operations difficult.
- Tunnel construction accidents are common in India due to fragile geology and other risks.
- The Himalayan region's unstable mountains and underground conditions increase tunnel project dangers.
- Similar incidents include a coal mine explosion in Meghalaya and a tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand in 2023.
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