Dhramshala: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has initiated an audit of at least 12 ongoing tunnel projects across Himachal Pradesh, to assess their structural integrity, safety protocols and emergency preparedness, an official familiar with the matter said on Friday.
The decision comes in the backdrop of the collapse of under-construction Silkyara Tunnel in neighbouring Uttarkashi, where operations to rescue 41 trapped workers have entered 13th day.
“Instructions have been issued for a safety audit of the tunnels under construction. Regional officials are personally visiting the tunnels to ensure adherence to safety standards,” said NHAI project director Varun Chari.
