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infrastructure2 years ago•1 min saved

'Silkyara Tunnel: A History of 20 Collapses in 5 Years'

The Silkyara-Barkot tunnel in Uttarkashi, the longest on the Char Dham all-weather road project, has experienced around 19-20 minor to medium-level collapses in the past five years. The recent partial collapse resulted in the entrapment of 41 workers for 17 days before their successful rescue. The collapses were attributed to the challenging geology of the region, with an identified "red zone" or "shear zone" requiring additional protective measures. The tunnel construction has faced significant rock deformation, and the geological conditions have proven more challenging than predicted.

via IndiaTimes|

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disasterrescue2 years ago•4 min saved

Miraculous Rescue: 41 Trapped Indian Workers Freed After Weeks in Uttarakhand Tunnel Collapse

Rescuers in India have successfully freed 41 workers who were trapped in a collapsed tunnel in Uttarakhand for 17 days. The workers were brought out through a narrow pipe and taken to the hospital for check-ups, with no injuries reported. The rescue effort faced numerous setbacks but was ultimately completed thanks to the efforts of "rat-hole" miners who manually drilled through the rock. The Silkyara tunnel is part of a major infrastructure project connecting Hindu pilgrim sites in the Himalayas. Environmentalists and residents have blamed rapid construction for the tunnel collapse, highlighting concerns about the impact on the region's ecosystem.

via BBC.com|

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disasterrescue-operations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rescue Operation Intensifies as Australian Expert Vows to Save Trapped Indian Workers in Uttarakhand Tunnel"

Arnold Dix, an Australian tunnelling expert and president of the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association, has arrived at the Silkyara tunnel site in Uttarakhand, India, where rescue efforts have been ongoing for nine days to save 41 trapped workers. Dix expressed confidence in the rescue operation, stating that the best experts for Himalayan geology are present and a solution will be found to rescue the workers. He praised the successful push of a 6-inch pipe through the collapsed portion of the tunnel, allowing for larger quantities of food to be supplied to the trapped workers. Dix specializes in underground infrastructure and has investigated previous bombings, providing advice on risks associated with underground construction.

via Times of India|

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