Uttarkashi Tunnel Mishap | Lessons Learned from the Challenges of Construction in the Himalayas | a Short Review
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Uttarkashi Tunnel Mishap | Lessons Learned from the Challenges of Construction in the Himalayas Uttarkashi Tunnel Mishap | Lessons Learned from the Challenges of Construction in the Himalayas Introduction : Himalayan Construction Risks : For nearly a week, 40 workers have been trapped in an under-construction tunnel in India's mountainous state of Uttarakhand due to a landslide that demolished its entrance. Ongoing Rescue Efforts : Rescue efforts, initiated on November 12, involve inserting wide pipes for workers to crawl through. Despite challenges, trapped laborers are supplied with essentials through a pipe, remaining responsive and emotionally supported with antidepressants. Glimpse of Hope : After ten days of intense rescue efforts, the first visuals of the trapped laborers were released. The workers, visible through a six-inch pipe used for both visuals and delivering food, appeared resilient, donning hard hats and work gear. The Crucial Tunnel : The ...