A large-scale rescue operation is underway at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Nagarkurnool, Telangana, where eight workers have been trapped due to an unexpected tunnel collapse. The incident occurred while construction work was in progress, leading to debris blocking the exit and cutting off access to the workers inside.
Rescue teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have been deployed to the site. Heavy machinery is being used to remove debris, and experts are employing advanced techniques to locate and reach the trapped individuals safely. Specialized breathing equipment and high-intensity lighting systems have also been installed to assist in the operation.
Local authorities are working in coordination with engineers and safety experts to assess the structural stability of the tunnel. Families of the trapped workers are anxiously awaiting updates, while medical teams stand by to provide immediate assistance once the workers are rescued.
Officials have assured that all possible efforts are being made to ensure the safe evacuation of the trapped workers. The government is closely monitoring the situation, and updates will be provided as the rescue operation progresses.
