Project Update21 Jul 2026, 12:44 pm
Patel Engineering: Incident at Samardung Tunnel Project, North Sikkim
AI Summary
Patel Engineering Ltd has reported an incident at its Samardung Tunnel project in North Sikkim. A gas leak, suspected to be methane, occurred around 1:00 PM on July 20th, 2026, in Adit-3, Face 4B Tunnel. The incident resulted in a gas burst/explosion, trapping 25 project personnel and causing casualties. Rescue operations are underway with the support of NDRF, SDRF, and local authorities. A detailed investigation will be conducted to determine the cause.
Key Highlights
- Incident occurred at Samardung Tunnel project in North Sikkim.
- Gas leak and explosion trapped 25 personnel, with casualties reported.
- Rescue operations are ongoing with emergency services.
- A detailed investigation into the cause will be undertaken.
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