Arunachal Pradesh Accident: 22 Labourers Killed, 19 From Assam, After Truck Falls From Hill
A vehicle carrying daily wage labourers from Assam's Tinsukia district fell into a deep gorge in Arunachal Pradesh's Anjaw district on Thursday, leaving at least 22 people feared dead. Rescue teams have recovered 13 bodies so far as operations continue in the challenging terrain.
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Recovery Efforts Underway in Remote Region
Local authorities and disaster response teams launched immediate search operations after the vehicle reportedly lost control while navigating the hilly route and plunged into the ravine. Officials said the steep landscape has slowed down retrieval efforts, but teams are continuing to look for survivors and the remaining victims.
Details Emerge from the Scene
According to initial reports, the labourers were travelling through a difficult stretch when the accident occurred. The force of the fall caused extensive damage to the vehicle, complicating the rescue process. Authorities are coordinating with officials in Assam to identify the deceased and trace the families of those feared missing.
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