Death in the Depths: India's Hydroelectric Tunnel Tragedy Exposes Systemic Flaws The latest disaster to strike India's hydroelectric projects has left at least 15 workers trapped and nine dead, sparking fresh concerns about the safety of these ambitious endeavors.
The blast on the Teesta river project in Sikkim killed nine people with bodies that were severely charred. The NHPC, a state owned power firm, has faced controversy before.
Its website claims it prioritizes "safety and well being" for its employees. However, even an official statement blaming Monday's incident on a natural gas blast cannot fully explain the extent of destruction caused.