Six workers feared trapped after Srisailam Left Bank Canal’s under construction roof collapses in Telengana
At least six workers are feared to be trapped following the collapse of a section of the roof in an under-construction stretch of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) in the Nagarkurnool district of Telangana. The unfortunate incident took place on Saturday, according to statements released by the police.
Authorities have reported that a team from the construction company responsible for the project has already gone inside the site to assess the situation and verify the extent of the damage. As per the preliminary information provided by the company engaged in the construction work, it is estimated that between six to eight workers may be trapped inside the collapsed tunnel.
A senior police official speaking to PTI elaborated on the incident, explaining that it occurred when a group of workers had entered the tunnel to carry out their assigned tasks. The roof section, located approximately 12 to 13 kilometers inside the tunnel, suddenly gave way, trapping those present at the time.
However, a statement released from the office of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy did not specify the exact number of individuals affected but confirmed that some persons had sustained injuries in the incident.
In response to the tragic event, the Chief Minister promptly directed the District Collector, the Superintendent of Police, and other concerned officials to reach the site of the accident and initiate urgent relief and rescue measures. His office assured that every effort is being made to ensure the safe retrieval of those feared trapped within the collapsed section of the structure.
Additionally, following the Chief Minister’s directives, state Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy, along with government adviser on irrigation Adityanath Das and other key officials from the irrigation department, have been dispatched to the accident site via a special helicopter to oversee and coordinate the rescue operations firsthand.
Meanwhile, Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy has also expressed deep concern over the unfortunate accident. He has reached out to relevant authorities to ascertain the cause of the collapse and has urged officials to expedite rescue operations to bring those trapped to safety. Furthermore, he has directed that immediate medical treatment be provided to any injured individuals, ensuring that necessary care and assistance are made available without delay.
Rescue operations are currently ongoing, with emergency response teams working tirelessly to locate and save those who may still be trapped within the collapsed tunnel. More updates are expected as the situation unfolds, and authorities continue their efforts to bring relief to those affected by this tragic incident.
