Update on the Incident at Teesta Stage-VI HE Project, Sikkim
Update on the Incident at Teesta Stage-VI HE Project, Sikkim
Rescue operations at the under-construction Head Race Tunnel (HRT) of NHPC’s Teesta Stage-VI Hydroelectric Project in South Sikkim are continuing round-the-clock, with close coordination among the District Administration, NDRF, SDRF, NHPC, Patel Engineering Limited (PEL), Eastern Coalfields Limited, Western Coalfields Limited, local authorities and other agencies involved in the response.
Of the 25 personnel trapped inside the tunnel, 13 bodies have been retrieved so far. Every possible effort continues to be made to locate and evacuate the remaining personnel at the earliest. NHPC’s Top Management is present at the site, closely monitoring and coordinating the rescue operations with all agencies involved.
NHPC will provide an ex-gratia payment of Rs. 5 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased in this unfortunate incident.
NHPC expresses its profound grief over the tragic loss of lives and extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief.
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Faridabad
22.07.2026