Damaged Drill Complicates Uttarakhand Tunnel Operation

In a race against time, the dramatic rescue mission for 41 trapped workers in Uttarakhand highway tunnel faces a new setback. Efforts are hindered as a heavy drill machine, crucial in breaking through 60 meters of debris, suffered damage and requires complete extraction.

Now, rescuers are contemplating a manual drill for the final 10 meters, adding complexity to the already challenging operation. The construction workers, confined since the tunnel collapse on Nov. 12, are reportedly safe, but the perilous conditions demand innovative solutions for their swift liberation.