Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Sikkim Tunnel Tragedy: 7 Dead, 27 Trapped
A big landslide happened in Sikkim, blocking a tunnel where workers were working.
Seven people died, and many others are stuck inside.
Many rescue teams, like the NDRF and local police, are trying to save the trapped workers.
A special team from West Bengal also came to help with equipment to protect against gas.
The rescue teams are working hard to get the workers out safely.
The gas inside the tunnel is making it hard for the rescuers to work, but they are still trying their best.
A landslide in Sikkim blocked a tunnel, trapping 27 workers.
Seven workers have been confirmed dead.
Rescue operations are being carried out by NDRF, SDRF, district police, and Fire and Emergency Services.
A specialized rescue team from West Bengal has joined with gas-protective equipment.
The district administration received the distress call around 3:40 PM.
- Who
- Workers of Patel Engineering and NHPC
- What
- Landslide blocking a tunnel and trapping workers
- When
- Around 3:40 PM
- Where
- Sikkim, Namchi district
- Why
- Natural disaster causing a landslide and suspected methane gas leak
Rescue Efforts
Landslide Impact
Rescue Operations
Rescue Efforts
Multi-agency rescue teams including NDRF, SDRF, district police, and Fire and Emergency Services are actively involved in the rescue operations.
Landslide Impact
The landslide has caused significant disruption, blocking the tunnel and trapping workers inside.
Gas Leak
Rescue Efforts
Rescue teams are equipped with gas-protective equipment to handle the methane gas leak.
Landslide Impact
The presence of methane gas is hindering rescue efforts, causing dizziness and unconsciousness among personnel.
- Location
- Sikkim, Namchi district
- Time of Incident
- Around 3:40 PM
- Number of Workers Trapped
- 27
- Rescue Teams Involved
- NDRF, SDRF, District Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Specialized Team from West Bengal
- Casualties
- 7
- Project
- NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project
- Gas Leak
- Methane
