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Landslide and gas leak trap workers in Sikkim tunnel
A big boom happened inside a tunnel in Sikkim, India, where workers were building a hydroelectric project.
This boom caused a landslide and a gas leak, trapping workers inside.
At first, people thought about 27 workers were stuck, but later it was found that all 16 workers were rescued.
One worker died.
The rescue team had a hard time because of toxic fumes and low oxygen levels.
They are still trying to find out what caused the explosion.
A landslide and gas leak trapped workers inside the Samardung tunnel in Sikkim.
Initial reports suggested around 27 workers might be trapped, but all 16 workers were later rescued.
One worker died in the incident.
Rescue teams faced difficulties due to toxic fumes and low oxygen levels.
The cause of the explosion is still under investigation.
- Who
- Workers at the Samardung tunnel construction site
- What
- A landslide and gas leak trapped workers inside the tunnel
- Where
- Samardong, South Sikkim
- When
- July 20 at 3:09 pm
- Why
- The cause of the explosion is still under investigation
Initial Reports
Updated Information
Number of Trapped Workers
Initial Reports
Initial reports suggested around 27 workers might be trapped.
Updated Information
Updated information confirmed that all 16 workers have been rescued.
Key facts
- Location
- Samardong, South Sikkim
- Project
- Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project
- Time of Incident
- 3:09 pm on July 20
- Rescue Team
- National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
- Casualties
- 1 confirmed death
- Rescued Workers
- 16
Quotes
District Collector of Namchi district
District Collector of Namchi district
“The incident took place at around 3.09 pm. Fire and emergency services personnel and police officials attempted twice to enter the tunnel without protective gear, but were forced to return because of the hazardous conditions.”
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“As of now, we are unable to understand the reason behind the landslide. According to workers who managed to come out, they heard a huge blast‑like sound from inside the tunnel.”
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Anupa Tamling
District Collector of Namchi district
“There is a possibility that around 27 workers are trapped inside the tunnel. However, since complete information about the condition inside the tunnel has not yet come in, the actual number has not been confirmed.”
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