Gangtok, July 21 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) on Monday to ask about the tragic event at the under-construction Samardung Tunnel of the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project in Jholungey, Namchi district. They reviewed the ongoing rescue operations.

The Chief Minister shared details of their conversation through a Facebook post. He noted that the Prime Minister showed deep concern over the tragedy and sent his sympathies to the affected workers and their families. Prime Minister Modi also promised that the Government of India would provide all possible support for the rescue efforts and assist the State in any way needed.

According to the Chief Minister, the Prime Minist...