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Sikkim Tunnel Explosion Claims 25 Lives, Rescue Efforts Conclude
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🗓 23 Jul 2026, 06:07 PM
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A tunnel blast in Sikkim has increased the death toll to 25, and rescue operations have now been declared over.
On a recent day, a tunnel in Sikkim suffered an explosion that killed 25 people, according to local authorities.
Rescue teams, including state police and emergency services, worked for several days before declaring the operation over.
The cause of the blast is still under investigation, with officials treating it as a potential criminal act.
The state government has expressed condolences and pledged support to the families of the victims.
Authorities are reviewing safety protocols for tunnels across the state to prevent future incidents.
Rescue teams, including state police and emergency services, worked for several days before declaring the operation over.
The cause of the blast is still under investigation, with officials treating it as a potential criminal act.
The state government has expressed condolences and pledged support to the families of the victims.
Authorities are reviewing safety protocols for tunnels across the state to prevent future incidents.