Tunnel collapse in India kills 12 workers
Summary
A tunnel under construction in Sikkim, India, collapsed after a methane gas explosion, killing at least 12 workers. Rescue teams are still searching for 13 other workers trapped inside the tunnel.Key Facts
- The explosion happened about 1.5 kilometers inside the tunnel.
- The tunnel is part of a hydropower project using water from the Teesta River.
- Methane gas, naturally found underground, likely caused the explosion when ignited.
- 27 workers were inside; 2 escaped, 12 bodies have been found, and 13 are still missing.
- Victims include locals from Sikkim and migrant workers from other Indian states.
- A post-mortem will determine the exact cause of death for the victims.
- Officials set up a special investigation team to find out what caused the accident.
- Rescue efforts focus on a 200-meter area thought to contain the trapped workers.
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