Uttarkashi Tunnel Ordeal Ends: All 41 workers rescued after 17 days

A major breakthrough was achieved in the rescue operations to get the 41 trapped workers in Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi out, after the rescuers reached the trapped workers in the evening of 17th day of the rescue ops today. Then the labourers were rescued one after another from the tunnel. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, who was present at the spot, met the workers outside the tunnel extending them his wishes.

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Nov 28, 2023 21:22 IST

Amazing example of humanity and teamwork

"The success of the rescue operation of our labour brothers in Uttarkashi is making everyone emotional.  I want to say to the friends who were trapped in the tunnel that your courage and patience are inspiring everyone.... Everyone involved in this mission has set an amazing example of humanity and teamwork," posted PM Modi on his X handle.

Nov 28, 2023 20:54 IST

Rescued workers now safe & healthy

The perseverance of the rescue team yielded results after they successfully rescued all the workers who were stuck in the tunnel for 17 long days. All the rescued workers were reportedly healthy.

Nov 28, 2023 20:41 IST

Workers come out one by one

After a long-drawn operation, the rescue workers reach the trapped labourers and bring them out one after another

Nov 28, 2023 20:13 IST

5 out of 41 rescued so far

Five out of 41 workers trapped inside the tunnel successfully rescued.

Nov 28, 2023 19:55 IST

BIG BREAKTHROUGH!

5 trapped workers reportedly come out of the tunnel

Nov 28, 2023 19:49 IST

'Great success in the ongoing rescue'

"There has been a great success in the ongoing rescue operation in the Silkyara Tunnel, the work of pipe pushing has been done across the debris. Now preparations have been started to evacuate the workers safely," said Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami

Nov 28, 2023 19:23 IST

'5 minutes each for 41 persons'

Addressing a press conference, Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd), Member, NDMA, said, "It is estimated that it will take three to five minutes to evacuate each of the 41 persons."

Nov 28, 2023 17:51 IST

Rescue operation may continue entire night

Speaking on the Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) tunnel rescue, Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd.), Member, NDMA, told ANI, "...it will take the entire night to complete this operation."

Nov 28, 2023 17:06 IST

'NHAI starts work of audit of all tunnels'

On Silkyara tunnel rescue mission, Vishal Chauhan, Member, NHAI, said," NHAI has again started the work of audit of all tunnels. We are working on this with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and one other agency."

Nov 28, 2023 16:42 IST

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: We are not in any hurry, says Syed Ata Hasnain

Lieutenant General (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain, Member, NDMA, today said, "All safety precautions will be implemented. No premature announcements are to be made, it will be against all principles. We also have to take care of the safety and security of people who are rescuing the workers...We are not in any hurry..."

Nov 28, 2023 16:13 IST

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: Workers to be airlifted

Chinook helicopter is present at Chinyalisaur airstrip to airlift the workers after their rescue from Silkyara tunnel.

Nov 28, 2023 14:59 IST

Families of trapped workers express happiness

Family members of the trapped workers who are expected to be rescued soon from the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi say, "We are happy that they will be rescued soon. We will welcome them in a nice way. We had told them that the rescue team would reach them soon."

Nov 28, 2023 14:49 IST

Trapped workers to be taken to Chinyalisaur CHC 30 km from tunnel, 41 beds prepared

Preparations complete at Community Health Center Chinyalisaur for the treatment of 41 workers who will be brought here after they are rescued and brought out of Silkyara tunnel.

Nov 28, 2023 14:23 IST

Work of laying pipes is complete, informs Uttarakhand CM Dhami

“As a result of the immense grace of Baba Baukh Nag Ji, prayers of crores of countrymen and the tireless work of all the rescue teams engaged in the rescue operation, the work of laying pipes in the tunnel to take out the workers has been completed. Soon all the labourers will be taken out,” Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami wrote on X.

Nov 28, 2023 14:20 IST

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami arrives at site of Silkyara tunnel rescue

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami arrives at the site of Silkyara tunnel rescue. 

Nov 28, 2023 14:16 IST

Rescuers break through Silkyara tunnel rubble

 Rescue workers broke through the 60-metre stretch of rubble in Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand on Tuesday, ending the ordeal of 41 workers trapped inside for 16 days.

A senior Uttarakhand official at the site said drilling was complete.

Asked by reporters, NHIDCL managing director Mahmood Ahmed did not immediately confirm the development but said the last section of the escape pipe was being pushed through the drilled passage.

A portion of the tunnel collapsed on November 12, blocking the exit of 41 workers inside. 

(PTI)

Nov 28, 2023 13:47 IST

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: Ambulance being taken inside tunnel

An ambulance being taken inside the tunnel. As per the latest update, pipe has been inserted up to 55.3 metres.

Nov 28, 2023 13:15 IST

We are expecting to see some results by 5 pm: Micro tunnelling expert Chris Cooper

"We are still mining. We have got a couple of more metres to go...We are expecting to see some results by 5 pm. 2-3 metres are left,"  Micro tunnelling expert Chris Cooper was quoted saying to ANI.

Nov 28, 2023 12:58 IST

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Manual drilling on, Uttarakhand CM says pipes inserted up to 52 metres

Pipes have been inserted up to 52 metres through the rubble at Silkyara tunnel, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said Tuesday as efforts to rescue the 41 workers trapped there continued for the 17th day. Read more...

Nov 28, 2023 12:51 IST

Vertical Drilling Stopped, Manual Drilling On

Vertical drilling on the hill has been stopped for the time being as manual drilling is going on successfully inside the tunnel. The process of changing machines in vertical drilling is being completed.

Nov 28, 2023 12:49 IST

PM Modi Speaks to CM Dhami on Rescue Operations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called up Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami once again on Tuesday and took information regarding the relief and rescue work of workers trapped in the tunnel. The Chief Minister said that quality food is being sent regularly to all the workers trapped inside. All the workers are also being kept in constant communication with doctors and psychiatrists.

Nov 28, 2023 12:48 IST

Arnold Dix Positive of Rescue Ops Today

International Tunneling Expert, Arnold Dix said ANI, "We have been positive before and I am positive today. Today is the first day I said, "I feel good."...The drilling along the top of the mountain is coming along perfectly. In the tunnel, it is coming along very well. So, I feel good...The mountain has told us one thing, that is to be humble...41 men, home safe and then you will be reporting the most extraordinary thing.."

Nov 28, 2023 12:47 IST

Stranded Workers' Relatives Asked to Be Ready!

The relatives of the 41 trapped workers have been asked to be prepared and keep the clothes and bags of the workers ready. The workers will be taken to Chinyalisaur hospital after being rescued and brought out.

Nov 28, 2023 12:44 IST

43 Metres of Vertical Drilling Completed

So far, 43 metres of vertical drilling for the 1.2 metres diameter pipe from the top of the hill has been completed. Reportedly, 78 metres of vertical drilling for the 8 mm diameter pipe from the top of the hill has also been completed and manual drilling is underway smoothly, inside the tunnel.