Namchi, July 22 -- The death toll rose to 12 as the site of the collapsed NHPC tunnel in Sikkim's Namchi district, while rescue teams continue their search for approximately 15 others who are still trapped inside.

Providing details on the ongoing multi-agency rescue efforts at the location, Namchi District Superintendent of Police Sonam Dolma stated, "Till now 12 bodies have been recovered. 13-15 are still feared trapped. Rescue operation is still going on. NDRF, SDRF, Sikkim Police, Coal mining Experts team, Fire and Emergency Services are carrying out the operation."

Rescue operations are underway at the NHPC tunnel collapse location.

On Tuesday, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang announced financial assistance for the victims o...