Autonomous Robot Revolutionizes Rescue Efforts in SLBC Tunnel Collapse

An autonomous hydraulic-powered robot is aiding the rescue operation for individuals trapped in the SLBC tunnel collapse. Equipped with advanced machinery, the robot accelerates soil removal, enhancing efficiency. Teams from various sectors, including the army and robotics companies, are actively participating in the mission.

An advanced autonomous hydraulic-powered robot is at the forefront of a critical rescue operation in the SLBC tunnel, where several individuals remain trapped after a partial collapse.

Equipped with a high-capacity liquid ring vacuum pump and vacuum tank machine, the robot is designed to expedite the soil removal process, capable of shifting 620 cubic meters of soil and debris per hour via a conveyor belt. The use of such machinery replaces manual labor, significantly speeding up the rescue efforts.

Overseeing the operation, State Special Chief Secretary (Disaster Management) Arvind Kumar collaborates with teams from the Army, NDRF, SDRF, and others as they work around the clock. Despite recovering the body of Gurpreet Singh, seven others remain unaccounted for, highlighting the urgency of these cutting-edge technological interventions.

(With inputs from agencies.)