March 1st 2025.
The city of Nagarkurnool was in turmoil as the rescue operation for the tunnel collapse in Telangana entered its seventh day. However, amidst the chaos, there was a glimmer of hope as State Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao announced that the whereabouts of four of the eight trapped individuals had been located. He shared this news with reporters at the tunnel site, after attending a meeting with officials and Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy.
Rao expressed satisfaction at the progress made in the past few days. He revealed that through the use of radar technology, they were able to determine the location of four of the trapped persons. He remained optimistic that they would be freed from the rubble by Sunday evening. However, he did mention that the other four individuals seemed to be stuck under the Tunnel Boring Machine.
When asked about the condition of those whose location had been identified, the minister sadly recalled his previous statement that their chances of survival were slim. He also informed that the 450 ft tall TBM was being carefully cut to aid in the rescue operation. The entire process involved the participation of 11 different agencies, showcasing the dedication and effort put into this operation.
Rao also addressed the criticism from opposition parties regarding the delay in the rescue operation. He defended the experts involved in the task, stating that the complex conditions inside the tunnel, including slush, make the process challenging. He empathized with the trapped individuals and assured the public that every possible effort was being made to bring them out safely.
The incident occurred on February 22, when eight individuals, including engineers and laborers, got trapped under the collapsed roof of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel. Since then, the rescue operations have been in full swing, with the sole aim of saving these lives. The entire city was praying for a successful outcome as the rescue mission continued.
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