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Rescue Operations Continue After Tragic Tunnel Accident in Uttarakhand

By: Gyanhigyan
Published: 16 August 2026
Rescue Operations Continue After Tragic Tunnel Accident in Uttarakhand

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In Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, rescue operations are ongoing following a tragic tunnel accident at the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydroelectric project. With two workers still missing and eight confirmed dead, families are demanding significant compensation and a thorough investigation into safety measures. The Chief Minister has visited the site to oversee rescue efforts, while concerns grow among the families of the missing workers. The administration is prioritizing the search for the trapped individuals and ensuring the safety of the rescue operations.