Archive · 21 Jul 2026
PM Modi Assures Sikkim Full Support After Tunnel Tragedy
A tunnel collapse at the NHPC Teesta Stage VI hydropower project in Sikkim has resulted in at least seven deaths.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and assured the state of all possible assistance from the Central government.
The rescue operation is being conducted by multiple agencies, including the NDRF, SDRF, and local volunteers.
The Chief Minister is closely monitoring the situation and has directed all departments to expedite the rescue efforts and ensure the safety of the workers.
The public is urged to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang about the tunnel collapse at the NHPC Teesta Stage VI hydropower project.
At least seven workers have died in the tunnel collapse, and rescue operations are underway.
PM Modi assured the state of all possible support from the Central government for the rescue and relief measures.
The rescue operation is being conducted by multiple agencies, including the NDRF, SDRF, and local volunteers.
The Chief Minister is closely monitoring the rescue mission and has directed all departments to expedite operations and ensure safety standards.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang
- What
- Tunnel collapse at NHPC Teesta Stage VI hydropower project
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Namchi district, Sikkim
- Why
- To provide support and assistance for the rescue operation and relief measures
Government Support
State Responsibility
Rescue Operation Coordination
Government Support
The Central government is providing all possible support and resources for the rescue operation.
State Responsibility
The state government is leading the rescue efforts and ensuring the highest safety standards.
- Date
- Tuesday
- Location
- Namchi district, Sikkim
- Project
- NHPC Teesta Stage VI hydropower project
- Casualties
- 7 confirmed deaths
- Rescue Agencies Involved
- NDRF, SDRF, SSDMA, Sikkim Police, Fire and Emergency Services, medical teams, local volunteers
- Specialised Rescue Teams
- Pakyong and Siliguri