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Action Pending on Silkyara Tunnel Collapse After Expert Report
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Action Pending on Silkyara Tunnel Collapse After Expert Report

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced that appropriate actions will be taken against individuals responsible for the recent collapse of the Silkyara Tunnel, pending the findings of an expert panel report. The tunnel, part of the Char Dham highway project, suffered a significant collapse due to undisclosed reasons, raising concerns over construction practices and safety standards.

Gadkari stated that once the expert committee submits its comprehensive report, the government will review the findings and initiate necessary measures to address accountability. The report is expected to shed light on potential lapses in safety protocols, construction quality, and project management.

The collapse of the Silkyara Tunnel has triggered an immediate response from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), which is committed to ensuring the highest standards of infrastructure safety. The government is keen on preventing such incidents in the future by implementing stringent guidelines and improving oversight.

In the interim, the ongoing construction work in the area has been paused to facilitate a thorough investigation. This pause aims to ensure that no further safety issues arise while the expert panel assesses the situation and recommends corrective actions.

The Ministry's focus remains on restoring the affected tunnel and ensuring the safety of similar projects across the country. By addressing the root causes of the collapse, the government aims to bolster public confidence in infrastructure projects and uphold rigorous safety standards in future constructions.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced that appropriate actions will be taken against individuals responsible for the recent collapse of the Silkyara Tunnel, pending the findings of an expert panel report. The tunnel, part of the Char Dham highway project, suffered a significant collapse due to undisclosed reasons, raising concerns over construction practices and safety standards. Gadkari stated that once the expert committee submits its comprehensive report, the government will review the findings and initiate necessary measures to address accountability. The report is expected to shed light on potential lapses in safety protocols, construction quality, and project management. The collapse of the Silkyara Tunnel has triggered an immediate response from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), which is committed to ensuring the highest standards of infrastructure safety. The government is keen on preventing such incidents in the future by implementing stringent guidelines and improving oversight. In the interim, the ongoing construction work in the area has been paused to facilitate a thorough investigation. This pause aims to ensure that no further safety issues arise while the expert panel assesses the situation and recommends corrective actions. The Ministry's focus remains on restoring the affected tunnel and ensuring the safety of similar projects across the country. By addressing the root causes of the collapse, the government aims to bolster public confidence in infrastructure projects and uphold rigorous safety standards in future constructions.

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