Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: PM Modi calls Uttarakhand CM, saying 'workers will be evacuated safely'

PM Modi emphasized that the workers would be evacuated safely with mutual coordination between central and state agencies.

At least 41 workers have been stranded in the Silkyara tunnel since November 12th when a section collapsed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to discuss the Uttarkashi tunnel collapse and assured him that the central government would provide all necessary rescue equipment and resources. The Prime Minister emphasized the need to maintain the morale of the stranded workers and stated that the central government is providing the necessary rescue instruments and resources. He also assured that the workers will be evacuated securely thanks to the cooperation of national and state authorities.

The Prime Minister has met with Dhami three times to discuss the Silkyara tunnel rescue efforts. The Chief Minister has shared information on the workers stuck in the tunnel, who are receiving regular air supplies, nutritious food, and water. Dhami also updated him on the rescue activities, stating that all authorities cooperate and consult with professionals to carry out the rescue operations.

Dhami has inspected the location and is continuously keeping an eye on the rescue efforts. He emphasized that every effort is being made to get the workers out as soon as possible. He told PM Modi that in addition to a team from the Prime Minister's Office supervising rescue efforts, medical teams are positioned at the location.

This morning, large vehicles intended to aid in the rescue operation made their way to the Silkyara tunnel via the Brahmakhal-Yamunotri national highway. Neeraj Khanna, the Nodal Secretary, stated that the rescue team had been instructed to finish the operation as soon as possible. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has declared that the government's top priority is saving the trapped workers and getting them out as soon as possible.

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