The recent collapse of a tunnel under construction between Silkyara and Dandalgaon on the Brahmakhal-Yamunotri national highway in Uttarkashi district has led to a harrowing situation for the families of the trapped workers. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, leaving 40 workers stranded inside.
Geographic Distribution of Workers
The affected workers hail from various states across India. Among them, five are from Odisha, 15 from Jharkhand, eight from Uttar Pradesh, four from Bihar, three from West Bengal, two each from Uttarakhand and Assam, and one from Himachal Pradesh.
Personal Story: Family Waits Anxiously
Raju Nayak, a 40-year-old worker from Odisha’s Mayurbhanj, is one of the trapped individuals. His family is anxiously awaiting updates from Uttarkashi, expressing confidence in the ongoing rescue efforts. Muchiram Nayak, Raju’s father, remains optimistic about the safe return of all the workers, relying on faith in his son’s bravery and resilience.
Government Response
In the wake of the disaster, the government has initiated prompt action. The focus is not only on the rescue operations in Uttarkashi but also on addressing the concerns of affected families across states.
As the situation unfolds, authorities are working tirelessly to ensure the safety of the trapped workers and provide support to their families during this challenging time. The nation watches as the rescue and relief operations continue in the aftermath of this tragic event.
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