Tag: National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)

Rescue Efforts Intensify for Trapped Workers in Telangana’s SLBC Tunnel Collapse

As of early Monday, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has been making steady progress into the tunnel, where eight laborers are feared trapped.

February 24, 2025

Rahul Gandhi Talks to Telangana CM Regarding SLBC Tunnel Collapse Rescue Efforts

During the nearly 20-minute phone call, CM Reddy briefed Gandhi on the swift response of the state government, which immediately dispatched Minister Uttam Reddy to the site after receiving the distressing news.

February 23, 2025

Telangana Tunnel Collapse: NDRF Intensifies Rescue Operations as 8 Workers Remain Trapped

NDRF Deputy Commandant Sukhendu Datta shared with ANI that the rescue team had covered approximately 13.5 kilometers into the tunnel using locomotives and conveyor belts.

February 23, 2025

“No Chance to Enter Tunnel”: Rescue Operations at Srisailam Hit Roadblock

“There’s no chance to go to the spot inside the tunnel. It has completely collapsed, and the mud is up to our knees. We will need to take further steps,” an SDRF official reported.

February 23, 2025

High-Level Committee Approves Rs 1,554.99 Crore for Disaster Relief in Five States

In a separate development, Amit Shah met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday to discuss preparations for the upcoming two-day Advantage Assam 2.0 Business Summit in Guwahati.

February 19, 2025

NDRF Deploys Water Ambulance at Maha Kumbh for Emergency Medical Services

NDRF Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Manoj Sharma described the water ambulance as a "roaming hospital" that is capable of swiftly navigating the Ganga to deliver on-the-spot medical treatment.

January 12, 2025

Assam Mining Tragedy: Rescue Efforts in Dima Hasao Continue on Day 7

Rescue teams have retrieved four bodies from the inundated mine, where nine workers were initially trapped after water flooded the narrow tunnels.

January 12, 2025

Sonar Equipment Supports Rescue Efforts at Assam Mine Amid Rising Water Levels

This joint operation involves the Indian Navy, Indian Army, NDRF, and other agencies working together to expedite the search and rescue mission.

January 9, 2025

“Expert divers recovered one body, rescue op on”: NDRF Commandant on Assam mining accident

The mine collapse, which trapped several workers, has posed numerous challenges for rescue teams due to the hazardous conditions underground.

January 8, 2025

Assam mining accident: One dead, 8 trapped as rescue operation resumes

According to a statement from an NDRF official, one body has been recovered by the divers of NDRF, the Indian army.

January 8, 2025