Sikkim Tunnel Collapse Claims 12 Lives; Rescue Operations Ongoing
Sikkim Tunnel Collapse Claims 12 Lives; Rescue Operations Ongoing
IN · Published Jul 22, 2026
A tragic incident occurred in Sikkim, India, where a gas explosion caused the collapse of an under-construction tunnel, killing 12 workers.
The tunnel, part of a hydropower project by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), was designed to channel water from the Teesta River to turbines.

Impact & Risks

The collapse has resulted in significant loss of life and poses risks to the safety of workers involved in such projects. Families of the victims are directly affected, and the incident raises concerns about safety protocols in large-scale infrastructure projects. The potential for further gas leaks or structural instability in the tunnel could complicate rescue efforts and endanger rescue teams.

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