WORKERS TRAPPED IN A TUNNEL IN INDIA WERE RESCUED

On November 12, 2023, a collapse in a tunnel under construction in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand left 40 workers trapped. The rescue efforts lasted for 26 days and, finally, all the workers were rescued alive.

The collapse occurred at 3:30 in the morning on Sunday, November 12, when workers were working on the construction of a tunnel on the Rishikesh-Gangotri highway. The tunnel, which has a length of 1.5 kilometers, is located in a mountainous area at an altitude of 1,800 meters.

The workers were trapped about 200 meters from the tunnel entrance. Indian authorities deployed a rescue team of more than 2,000 people, including engineers, rescuers and doctors.

The rescue efforts were complex and dangerous. Rescuers had to dig through the rubble of the collapse to reach the workers. In addition, they had to work in a remote area that was difficult to access.

The rescue lasted for 26 days. Finally, on November 28, all the workers were rescued alive.

The rescued workers

The rescued workers were all men between 20 and 50 years old. They came from different regions of India.

The workers were taken to a hospital to receive medical attention. All the workers were in good health, although some had minor injuries.

The causes of the collapse

Indian authorities are still investigating the causes of the collapse. However, it is believed that the collapse was caused by a combination of factors, including torrential rain, strong gusts of wind and the poor quality of materials used in the construction of the tunnel.

Rescue as a symbol of hope

The rescue of the workers trapped in India was a symbol of hope for the country. The rescue showed that even in the most difficult situations, lives can be saved.

The rescue also highlighted the importance of workplace safety. The tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand is a reminder that companies must take measures to ensure the safety of their workers.