Uttarkashi: Ten days into a daunting rescue effort, workers trapped in a tunnel in Uttarakhand were seen for the first time early this morning as a camera inserted through a pipe captured their visuals.
As part of the ongoing rescue operation in the Silkyara Tunnel, a 6-inch diameter pipe is being passed through the debris to provide food and other essential items to the workers. “We are continuously receiving guidance and support from the respected Prime Minister. Our government is making every possible effort to evacuate all the workers safely”, wrote CM Dhami.
An endoscopic flexi camera was pushed through a six-inch pipe inserted through the rubble last night to send food for the 41 workers trapped since a portion of the tunnel caved in on November 12.
The labourers, with thick beards, were seen in their hard hats and work gear, waving to the camera, communicating that they are coping well. Rescue officials, speaking to the workers through Walkie Talkies or radio handsets, were seen asking the workers to come in front of the camera.
“For the first time, the workers trapped inside the tunnel under construction in Silkyara, Uttarkashi were talked to through endoscopic flexi camera and inquired about their well-being. All the workers are completely safe”, wrote CM Dhami on X.
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