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In Pics | Uttarakhand tunnel rescue: Drilling to restart from Sunday

Despite progress, setbacks have occurred as the drill bit is withdrawn through the passage. The challenges faced show the complexity of the rescue mission and the emotional toll on the families.
Updated: Nov 25, 2023, 19:15 IST,

Specialised machine mobilised from Hyderabad

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took stock of the situation. A specialised machine from Hyderabad is being mobilised to cut the auger machine trapped in the tunnel.
 

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi monitoring progress

Chief Minister Dhami said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is actively monitoring the rescue efforts on a daily basis. An exploration of all possible options is underway, he said. 
 

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About 10-12 meters of drilling remaining

Senior officials confirmed that only 10-12 meters of drilling remain to reach the trapped workers. 
 

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Evacuation strategy in place

Sections of steel pipe are being assembled and pushed into the narrow tunnel passage, forming the basis for using wheeled stretchers to safely evacuate the trapped construction workers.
 

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Landline set up so anxious family can connect to trapped workers

Setbacks have created concerns among anxious family members outside the tunnel. Now, a landline has been set up so that they can connect with trapped workers. 
 

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