Watch: International expert, Chief Minister pray for safe evacuation of Uttarkashi workers
1 year ago

Watch: International expert, Chief Minister pray for safe evacuation of Uttarkashi workers

India Today  

In a solemn display of hope and unity, international tunneling expert Arnold Dix joined hands with local spiritual leaders in prayer for the safe evacuation of 41 construction workers trapped inside the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand. The rescue operation, which has been underway for 17 grueling days, saw a poignant moment as Dix, known for his extensive expertise in underground infrastructure, stood alongside a local priest invoking divine intervention for the workers' safety. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, deeply invested in the rescue efforts, also offered prayers, reflecting the collective anxiety and anticipation of the state and the nation. The entire nation watched, holding its breath, hoping for the safe return of the workers who have been trapped since November 12, following a devastating landslide that caused the tunnel collapse.

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Leadership tips from Silkyara tunnel rescue
1 year ago

Leadership tips from Silkyara tunnel rescue

Hindustan Times  

As the 41 workers who were trapped in the Silkyara Tunnel in Uttarakhand came out alive after 17 days it was difficult to say whose joy was greater: The trapped workers, their families, the nation that had watched and prayed each day, or the rescue teams that had been working day and night. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and …

'Two nations are in his debt': Australian PM lauds expert Arnold Dix's efforts in Uttarkashi tunnel rescue
1 year ago

'Two nations are in his debt': Australian PM lauds expert Arnold Dix's efforts in Uttarkashi tunnel rescue

India TV News  

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday lauded the heroic efforts of international tunneling expert Professor Arnold Dix in rescuing 41 trapped workers from a collapsed mountain tunnel in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi as well as improving bilateral relations with India. For over two weeks, the world has been gripped by these 41 construction workers trapped in a collapsed mountain tunnel in …

'First Time a PM Stood as Guardian, Elder Brother': CM Dhami on Modi's Support for Uttarkashi Tunnel Rescue
1 year ago

'First Time a PM Stood as Guardian, Elder Brother': CM Dhami on Modi's Support for Uttarkashi Tunnel Rescue

News 18  

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami thanked the multiple central and state agencies as well as international experts for the successful extraction of 41 trapped workers from inside the collapsed section of the under-construction Silkyara tunnel. “Disasters have come and gone in the history of independent India but, certainly, this is the first time that a prime minister stood as …

PM Modi speaks to workers rescued from Silkyara tunnel, praises their courage and patience
1 year ago

PM Modi speaks to workers rescued from Silkyara tunnel, praises their courage and patience

Op India  

Hours after the safe evacuation of 41 trapped workers from the Silkyara tunnel on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to the rescued men over the phone. Their names include Viswajit Kumar, Subodh Kumar, Rajendra Bedia, Sukram, Tinku Sardar, Gunodhar, Sameer, Ravindra, Ranjeet, Mahadev, Bhukttu Murmu, Jamra Oraon, Vijay Horo, Ganapati – all from Jharkhand, Gabbar Singh Negi, and Pushkar …

‘Only Australian who gave good news': Tunnelling expert Arnold Dix hailed for leading Uttarakhand rescue ops
1 year ago

‘Only Australian who gave good news': Tunnelling expert Arnold Dix hailed for leading Uttarakhand rescue ops

Hindustan Times  

The over two-week-long strenuous operation to rescue 41 workers from the collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand came to an alleviating end and the internet is all praises for Australian tunnelling expert Arnold Dix for providing all the technical support on the ground. International tunnelling expert Arnold Dix Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green also commended Dix's inputs which eventually …

‘Today is the real Diwali for us’, say workers rescued from Uttarkashi tunnel
1 year ago

‘Today is the real Diwali for us’, say workers rescued from Uttarkashi tunnel

Hindustan Times  

It was no less than a “miracle” for some of the trapped workers, who were rescued from the Silkyara-Barkot tunnel on Tuesday night, as they felt death was near in the dark tunnel many times. Uttarkashi tunnel rescue operations LIVE coverage Diwali Day, November 12, is when these 41 workers got trapped inside the 4.5 km long tunnel at 5.30 …

Uttarkashi tunnel: All rescued workers taken for health check-up
1 year ago

Uttarkashi tunnel: All rescued workers taken for health check-up

Hindustan Times  

As the 17-day-long rescue operation came to an end, all the 41 workers were taken to a 40-bedded health facility at Chinyalisaur, nearly 30 kilometres away from the under-construction tunnel site, where they will undergo a thorough medical examination and will be kept under observation. They were taken to Chinyalisaur immediately after they came out, amid celebrations by locals and …

'Nation Salutes Their Grit': Leaders Across Party Lines Hail Trapped Workers, Rescuers Of Heroic Mission
1 year ago

'Nation Salutes Their Grit': Leaders Across Party Lines Hail Trapped Workers, Rescuers Of Heroic Mission

News 18  

Leaders across party lines hailed the rescue operation at an under-construction tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi after all 41 workers trapped inside it were safely rescued on Tuesday. ▶ CM Dhami said manual miners played a big role in the tunnel rescue operation and international experts consulted on the shortest route for rescuing workers. ▶Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said the …

Watch: How Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami greeted first worker evacuated from tunnel
1 year ago

Watch: How Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami greeted first worker evacuated from tunnel

Hindustan Times  

The 17-day wait for the 41 workers trapped inside Silkyara tunnel came to end on Tuesday after they were rescued. The first worker was brought out at 7:56 pm and received a rousing welcome by Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Union Minister of State for Road Transport & Highways VK Singh greet …

Uttarakhand Tunnel Collapse: Meet Rescue Team Behind 17-day Ops to Extract 41 Trapped Workers
1 year ago

Uttarakhand Tunnel Collapse: Meet Rescue Team Behind 17-day Ops to Extract 41 Trapped Workers

News 18  

All workers trapped inside a trapped in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi since November 12 were safely rescued on Tuesday evening. The National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force, Indian Army and other state as well as central agencies have been working day and night to rescue the trapped workers. Here is all you need to know about the rescue team behind …

Meet Arnold Dix, tunnelling expert India thanks for Uttarkashi rescue
1 year ago

Meet Arnold Dix, tunnelling expert India thanks for Uttarkashi rescue

India Today  

International tunnelling expert Arnold Dix was roped in as the government pulled out all stops to rescue 41 workers trapped inside Uttarkashi's Silkyara tunnel since November 12. Arnold Dix is the President of the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association, but also has many other feathers inside his cap like Geologist, Engineer and Lawyer, among other titles. In 2020, Arnold …

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: All 41 workers evacuated after long operation | WATCH
1 year ago

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: All 41 workers evacuated after long operation | WATCH

India TV News  

After 17 days of tireless rescue operations, all 41 workers who were trapped after a portion of the under-construction tunnel in Uttarkashi district caved in a fortnight ago were rescued on Tuesday. The National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force, Border Roads Organisation, project executing agency National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited and Indo-Tibetan Border Police jointly executed …

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: CM Dhami monitors situation from temporary camp office in Matali amid ongoing ops
1 year, 1 month ago

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: CM Dhami monitors situation from temporary camp office in Matali amid ongoing ops

India TV News  

Uttarkashi tunnel rescue: As efforts are underway to rescue 41 trapped workers at the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi, a temporary camp office was established at Matali for Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to monitor the ongoing operation in real time. On Thursday, the Uttarakhand Chief Minister also visited the Silkyara tunnel and spoke to the trapped workers. The Chief Minister …

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Board games, playing cards to help stranded workers relieve mental stress
1 year, 1 month ago

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Board games, playing cards to help stranded workers relieve mental stress

India TV News  

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Rescue operations are underway in full swing to save the 41 trapped workers at the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi. Rescuers have also planned to provide board games and playing cards to trapped workers to help them relieve stress. Uttarakhand CM talks to trapped workers On Thursday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the Silkyara tunnel and …

Men are coming home: Tunnel expert Arnold Dix says mission is to rescue all 41 trapped workers
1 year, 1 month ago

Men are coming home: Tunnel expert Arnold Dix says mission is to rescue all 41 trapped workers

Firstpost  

Authorities released the first footage of the men trapped inside the tunnel on Monday, giving a new ray of hope to worried families and relatives After a video of 40 workers trapped in Uttarkashi’s Silkyara tunnel provided a sigh of relief, International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association President Arnold Dix said that he is certain that the workers will come …

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: PM Modi calls CM Dhami to take stock of situation
1 year, 1 month ago

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: PM Modi calls CM Dhami to take stock of situation

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on the phone on Monday and sought information about the ongoing relief and rescue operations to safely rescue 41 workers trapped in the tunnel in Uttarkashi district. Dhami also announced that the state government will bear the expenses of the family members inquiring about the trapped workers. Dhami also …

Who is Arnold Dix, the expert in charge of Uttarkashi tunnel collapse rescue?
1 year, 1 month ago

Who is Arnold Dix, the expert in charge of Uttarkashi tunnel collapse rescue?

Live Mint  

The collapse of the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand on November 12, which left 41 workers trapped, has brought the spotlight onto Professor Arnold Dix. Uttarkashi tunnel collapse LIVE Updates Professor Dix, President of International Tunnelling Underground Space, is known for his insights into tunnel safety and disaster response. In the wake of the tunnel collapse, Dix emphasised the importance …

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: PM Modi speaks to Dhami on rescue operations, says need to maintain workers' morale
1 year, 1 month ago

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: PM Modi speaks to Dhami on rescue operations, says need to maintain workers' morale

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 20 spoke to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami over phone to take stock of the rescue operations being carried out at the Silkyara tunnel to evacuate 41 workers trapped for over a week. The Prime Minister said it is necessary to maintain the morale of the trapped workers, according to a statement issued …

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: International tunneling expert says 'will not let anyone get hurt' as ops continue
1 year, 1 month ago

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: International tunneling expert says 'will not let anyone get hurt' as ops continue

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and sought details about the ongoing relief and rescue operations of the workers trapped in the under-construction Silkyara tunnel, a portion of which collapsed on November 12 in Uttarkashi, Chief Minister’s Office said on Monday. Officials asked to submit report to PMO The former advisor …

International Tunnelling expert Arnold Dix reaches Uttarkashi tunnel collapse site
1 year, 1 month ago

International Tunnelling expert Arnold Dix reaches Uttarkashi tunnel collapse site

Deccan Chronicle  

Uttarkashi: Efforts to rescue the 41 workers trapped at the Silkyara tunnel collapse site continue at fever pace. Today International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association president Arnold Dix arrived at the location site in Silkyara, Uttarkashi to aid in the rescue efforts. Professor Dix conducted an inspection at the Silkyara tunnel site and spoke to the agencies that have been …

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Swift deployment of officials, coordinated rescue efforts unveiled to save workers
1 year, 1 month ago

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Swift deployment of officials, coordinated rescue efforts unveiled to save workers

India TV News  

In response to the emergency situation arising from individuals being stranded in the Silkyara Tunnel in Uttarkashi district, various authorities have been deployed for rescue and relief efforts. This decisive action is taken to address the pressing situation in the Silkyara Tunnel and to facilitate the swift and coordinated efforts required for the rescue and relief of the individuals affected. …

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: CM Dhami reviews rescue operations
1 year, 1 month ago

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: CM Dhami reviews rescue operations

Live Mint  

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed the ongoing relief and rescue efforts in the under-construction tunnel in Uttarkashi's Silkyara on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the administration has provided telephone numbers to ensure ongoing contact and communication with the families of the workers trapped in the tunnel, as stated by the Chief Minister's Office. NHIDCL Director Anshu Manish Khalkho informed PTI that …

6-member inquiry committee to probe Uttarkashi tunnel incident, rescue underway
1 year, 1 month ago

6-member inquiry committee to probe Uttarkashi tunnel incident, rescue underway

India Today  

The rescue operation at the Silkyara-Barkot tunnel site in Uttarkashi continued for the third day on Tuesday. All the 40 people who are trapped inside the tunnel are expected to be rescued by Tuesday evening, SP Arpan Yaduvanshi told news agency ANI. A cemented platform is being prepared for a machine for horizontal drilling to rescue the trapped labourers by …

NDRF ‘hopes to evacuate workers by evening’; CM Dhami inspects site. 10 points
1 year, 1 month ago

NDRF ‘hopes to evacuate workers by evening’; CM Dhami inspects site. 10 points

Live Mint  

Uttarkashi tunnel collapse news: A part of the under-construction tunnel in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi collapsed about 200 meters ahead of the starting point on the Silkyara side of Brahmakhal-Polgaon on Sunday. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inspects the site of the Uttarkashi Tunnel accident. A state disaster response official, Durgesh Rathodi told news agency AFP, “About 40 to 41 workers …

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