Nov 21, 2023, 12:28PM ISTSource: TOI.in
Trapped within Uttarkashi’s Silkyara tunnel, 41 workers face escalating challenges. Through a narrow pipe, their desperate plea for a swift rescue becomes evident. Officials motivate them, assuring the nation’s prayers and a successful operation to reunite them with their families. Akhilesh Kumar, a UP government representative, notes they receive food but stress their deteriorating state. Workers inquire about rescue progress, emphasizing the urgency for evacuation. Ram Sundar reassures his family and peers, while Kumar appeals for a quick rescue. The tunnel collapse on November 12 has trapped these workers, prompting collective efforts for their safe retrieval.