08/09/2026
Separate Rescue Tunnel Proposed as Chilime Tunnel Rescue Grows More Challenging
Kathmandu: As rescue efforts in the tunnel area of the Chilime Hydropower Project become increasingly challenging, a proposal has emerged to construct a separate parallel rescue tunnel alongside the ongoing operation. Energy sector expert and former Chilime CEO Leelanath Bhattarai said that despite the difficulties, rescue teams have continued their efforts and expressed confidence that those trapped inside the tunnel can ultimately be rescued....
Kathmandu: As rescue efforts in the tunnel area of the Chilime Hydropower Project become increasingly challenging, a proposal has emerged to construct a separate parallel rescue tunnel alongside th…