A major accident at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district has left many workers injured. The incident occurred on Saturday morning when a portion of the tunnel’s slab gave way at the 14th kilometer mark, causing a three-meter section to collapse, according to the media reports.
Workers at the site sustained injuries as the concrete structure crumbled, prompting rescue operations. Those injured were shifted to the hospital for treatment. Concerns remain over the fate of those feared trapped inside as officials work to clear the debris and assess the full extent of the damage.
The accident comes just days following construction activities resumed on the left tunnel from Nalgonda. The collapse took place during active construction work, raising questions about safety measures in place at the site. Workers at the site sustained injuries as the concrete structure crumbled, prompting immediate rescue operations. Those injured were swiftly shifted to the hospital for treatment. Concerns remain over the fate of those feared trapped inside as officials work to clear the debris and assess the full extent of the damage.
The accident comes just days following construction activities resumed on the left tunnel from Nalgonda. The collapse took place during active construction work, raising serious questions about safety measures in place at the site.
The Telangana government is taking the situation seriously, with Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy personally monitoring developments. Advisor Adityanath Das and senior officials from the irrigation department were dispatched to the site via a special helicopter, an official statement confirmed. Their presence aims to ensure coordinated efforts in rescue and relief work.
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