2nd Body Recovered After 1 Month of Telangana Tunnel Collapse
The Telangana tunnel collapse, which occurred on February 17, has claimed another life a month later. The body of another trapped worker was recovered from the SLBC tunnel, bringing the total number of retrieved bodies to two. The incident has left six others still trapped inside, sparking fears for their safety and well-being.
The discovery of the second body comes as a devastating blow to the families of the trapped workers, who have been waiting anxiously for any news of their loved ones. The incident has also raised questions about the safety measures in place at the tunnel construction site and the response of authorities to the crisis.
According to reports, the body was recovered from the tunnel on March 17, exactly a month after the collapse occurred. The deceased worker has been identified as [name], who was [age] years old and hailed from [place]. The exact cause of death is yet to be determined, pending further investigation.
The first body among the trapped workers was found on March 9, and was identified as Gurpreet Singh, a Tunnel Boring Machine operator. Singh’s body was recovered from the tunnel’s main shaft, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is ongoing.
The Telangana tunnel collapse occurred on February 17 when a portion of the tunnel caved in, trapping several workers inside. The incident was reported to have occurred around 3:30 pm, when a sudden collapse of the tunnel’s roof and walls trapped the workers. The exact cause of the collapse is still unknown, but investigators believe that a combination of factors, including soil instability and design flaws, may have contributed to the disaster.
The rescue efforts, which were initially hampered by the treacherous terrain and lack of access to the trapped workers, have been ongoing for over a month. The rescue team, comprising of experts from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the Telangana State Disaster Response Force (TSDRF), and other government agencies, has been working tirelessly to retrieve the trapped workers and recover the bodies of those who have lost their lives.
The rescue efforts have been hindered by the challenging terrain and the need to extract the trapped workers from the tunnel’s narrow passages. The team has also had to contend with the risk of further collapses and structural damage to the tunnel, which has made the rescue operation even more complex.
The Telangana government has been facing criticism for its response to the crisis, with many accusing the authorities of being slow to respond and lacking adequate resources to deal with the situation. The opposition parties have also been vocal in their criticism, demanding a thorough investigation into the collapse and calling for action to be taken against those responsible.
The incident has also highlighted the need for stricter safety regulations and better working conditions for construction workers in India. The construction industry is one of the largest employers in the country, but it is also known for its poor working conditions and lack of safety protocols. The Telangana tunnel collapse is just the latest in a series of incidents that have highlighted the need for greater accountability and oversight in the industry.
As the rescue efforts continue, the families of the trapped workers are left to wait anxiously for any news of their loved ones. The incident is a tragic reminder of the risks that construction workers face every day, and the need for greater attention to be paid to their safety and well-being.
