30 Workers Feared Trapped As Tunnel Collapses In Telangana

A section of Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel near Domalapenta in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district collapsed on Saturday morning, trapping several workers inside, as reported by The Indian Express. The incident took place as they were engaged in routine operations within the irrigation project tunnel.

The three kilometer of the 14 kilometer tunnel reportedly gave way during the construction. Rescue efforts are ongoing with authorities working to reach the trapped workers. The officials from the Irrigation Department arrived at the site to assess the situation.

The collapse comes just four days after the tunnel work has started.

Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy is reportedly on the way to supervise rescue operations. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has reportedly expressed shock over the accident. He instructed the district collector, SP, fire department, HYDRAA, and irrigation officials to swiftly reach the site and start relief efforts.