Rahul Gandhi Inquires About SLBC Tunnel Rescue Operations
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, spoke to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy over the phone to check on the ongoing rescue efforts after the SLBC tunnel accident. During their conversation, the Chief Minister explained the actions being taken by the state government.
Revanth Reddy informed Rahul Gandhi that as soon as the incident was reported, Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy and other officials were sent to the accident site to oversee the rescue operations. He also mentioned that teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), along with defense personnel and HYDRA representatives, were actively working on the rescue mission.
The Chief Minister assured that all necessary medical aid was being provided to those injured. He also emphasized that every possible effort was being made to safely rescue those who were still trapped inside the tunnel.
Rahul Gandhi, who discussed the situation for nearly 20 minutes, kept a close watch on the developments. He appreciated the government’s quick response and urged authorities to take all necessary steps to ensure the safety of those affected by the accident.