Gyan Singh, a 50‑year‑old foreman from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, was rescued from a tunnel during Nepal’s devastating floods. His harrowing survival and the status of 98 missing project workers are detailed in this report.
- Gyan Singh was rescued by a Nepal Army helicopter after being trapped in a tunnel during the floods.
- About 100 workers were trapped, with only one still missing.
- 98 project employees, including five from Himachal, remain unaccounted for.
Floods in Nepal and Gyan Singh’s Rescue Journey
Amid the catastrophic floods and landslides that have claimed hundreds of lives in Nepal, Gyan Singh, a 50‑year‑old resident of Sundernagar subdivision in Mandi district, survived a life‑threatening ordeal. He had been working as a foreman on a power project in Nepal for the past eight months.
During the sudden surge, Singh and his colleagues fled toward the hillside, spending a night and two days under the threat of death. Finally, the Nepal Army’s helicopter rescued them and transported them to safety.
Impact on the Project and Missing Workers
Singh reported that around 100 people were trapped in the area, with only one still missing. Of the 98 employees, five were from Himachal Pradesh; three returned safely, while one from Una district remains missing. Other Himachali survivors include individuals from Talyahad and Rampur who are now in Delhi.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that this incident highlights the urgent need for improved risk assessment and emergency protocols in cross‑border projects. It underscores the importance of swift disaster response and worker safety standards.
“Effective risk assessment and robust emergency plans are essential for protecting workers during disasters,” says Dr. Rashmi Patel, a certified disaster management specialist.
Frequently Asked Questions
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