Archive · 21 Jul 2026
8 Workers Killed in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse
On July 21, 2026, a landslide in Sikkim caused a tunnel under construction to collapse.
Eight workers were killed, and 27 others were trapped inside.
Rescue teams, including the National Disaster Response Force and local police, are working to save the trapped workers.
There is also a suspected gas leak at the site, which has caused some rescue workers to feel dizzy and pass out.
The tunnel was being built for a hydroelectric project.
The bodies of the workers who died have been taken to nearby hospitals.
Eight workers killed in tunnel collapse due to landslide in Sikkim's Namchi district.
27 workers trapped inside the tunnel after landslide blocked the entrance.
Suspected gas leak at the site caused dizziness and unconsciousness in rescue workers.
Rescue operations ongoing by National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force, Namchi Police, and Fire and Emergency Services.
Bodies of the deceased workers shifted to Singtam District Hospital, Sir Thutob Namgyal Memorial Hospital, and Namchi District Hospital.
- Who
- Eight workers killed, 27 trapped, rescue teams
- What
- Tunnel collapse due to landslide
- When
- July 21, 2026
- Where
- Namchi district, Sikkim
- Why
- Landslide blocked tunnel entrance, suspected gas leak
Government Response
Worker Safety Concerns
Rescue Efforts
Government Response
Government agencies are actively involved in rescue operations.
Worker Safety Concerns
Critics question the adequacy of safety measures in place.
- Location
- Namchi district, Sikkim
- Date
- July 21, 2026
- Project
- Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project
- Agencies Involved
- National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force, Namchi Police, Fire and Emergency Services
- Suspected Gas Leak
- Yes, causing dizziness and unconsciousness in rescue workers