Tunnel Collapse in Sikkim Highlights Need for Advanced Tech

A tragic tunnel collapse in Sikkim killed 20 workers.

The collapse was caused by a methane gas explosion.

This event highlights the dangers of tunnelling and the need for advanced technologies to reduce human risk.

Modern tunnelling technologies, such as remotely operated drilling rigs and robotic inspection vehicles, can significantly improve safety.

However, the high capital costs of these technologies deter companies from adopting them.

This raises the question of whether the lives of workers are being undervalued in the pursuit of affordable infrastructure.