New Delhi: Union minister Nitin Gadkari Tuesday said he is “relieved and happy” as all 41 trapped workers have been rescued from the collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand.
“I am completely relieved and happy as 41 trapped laborers in the Silkyara Tunnel Collapse have been successfully rescued,” Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said in a post on X.
The 41 workers, who were trapped in the tunnel since November 12, were rescued Tuesday evening.
“This was a well-coordinated effort by multiple agencies, marking one of the most significant rescue operations in recent years. Various departments and agencies complemented each other despite facing numerous challenges,” Gadkari said.
He expressed gratitude to each agency and individual involved in this rescue operation as well as deep appreciation for the international rescue experts, administrative officers, and the Uttarakhand government for their swift and effective response.
“I take this opportunity to thank the Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, who has been constantly monitoring the entire operation and providing guidance and support whenever required. CM Uttarakhand Shri @pushkardhami Ji and my colleague Shri @Gen_VKSingh Ji almost camped there during the operation,” he said.
I am completely relieved and happy as 41 trapped laborers in the Silkyara Tunnel Collapse have been successfully rescued.
This was a well-coordinated effort by multiple agencies, marking one of the most significant rescue operations in recent years. Various departments and…
— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) November 28, 2023
Gadkari also expressed his gratitude to the officers and engineers of The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) for their sincere efforts.
PTI