41 trapped workers in Silkyara tunnel rescued after 17 days effort

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41 trapped workers in Silkyara tunnel rescued after 17 days effort

Dehradun: All 41 laborers trapped in Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand have been rescued. The workers were trapped after the tunnel collapsed on November 12.

The rescue operation lasted for 17 days.
The rescue team used rat-hole mining experts to drill holes in the rubble to make way for the workers. The safety of the workers was a top priority.
After 17 days of marathon operations, 41 workers have been evacuated from the Sulkiara tunnel.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed gratitude for the progress in a social media update, saying, “With the immense blessings of Baba Baukhnag, the prayers of millions of citizens of the country, and the tireless efforts of the rescue agencies involved in the operation, Pipeline.
The tunneling work has been completed and our brothers will be evacuated soon.

The successful completion of the pipe-pushing work across the debris at the Silkyara tunnel marks a crucial step toward the safe evacuation of the remaining workers.

Chief Minister Dhami, in a tweet, announced the achievement, emphasizing that preparations are underway to ensure the safe rescue of those still inside the tunnel.

Rat-hole miners, known for their expertise in navigating tight spaces, were observed stepping out of the Silkyara tunnel with their drillers.

Additionally, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams equipped with specialized gear entered the tunnel, intensifying efforts to reach and evacuate the remaining workers.

Twelve rat-hole mining experts, employing their skills in horizontal excavation, played a vital role in the ongoing rescue operation.

Rat-hole mining, a primitive and hazardous method of coal extraction practiced in India, showcased its utility in this critical situation.

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