Relieved and happy says Gadkari

Relieved and happy says Gadkari

Union minister Nitin Gadkari has said he is "relieved and happy" as all 41 trapped workers have been rescued.

"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.

"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.