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10 Killed in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 21 Jul 2026, 03:32 PM
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A tunnel collapse in Sikkim's Namchi district has resulted in the deaths of 10 people, with rescue operations currently underway. The incident occurred at an NHPC tunnel.
A tragic incident has occurred in Sikkim's Namchi district, where a tunnel collapse has claimed the lives of 10 individuals. The tunnel, owned by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), was under construction when the accident took place. Rescue teams are working diligently to search for any survivors and provide aid to those affected. The cause of the collapse is yet to be determined, but an investigation is likely to be conducted to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident.