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7 Killed in Uttarakhand Tunnel
✍️ NDTV
🗓 15 Aug 2026, 05:32 AM
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Seven people have been killed and two are trapped after water and debris entered a tunnel in Uttarakhand's Chamoli. The incident has resulted in a significant loss of life and efforts are being made to rescue those trapped.
A tragic incident has occurred in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, where a tunnel has been inundated with water and debris, resulting in the loss of seven lives. Two individuals are still trapped and rescue efforts are underway. The cause of the incident is not yet clear, but it is believed that the water and debris may have entered the tunnel due to heavy rainfall or other natural factors. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of tunnels and other infrastructure in the region. The local authorities are working to rescue those trapped and provide assistance to the affected families.