Search and rescue teams in Nepal have rescued two workers who were trapped inside a hydropower tunnel following an accident at the site.
Rescuers worked for hours to reach the workers, who had been trapped underground after part of the tunnel became blocked. Emergency teams used specialised equipment to clear the passage and bring the workers to safety.
The rescued workers were taken for medical checks and treatment. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine what caused the tunnel accident and whether safety procedures were properly followed.
The incident has once again highlighted the dangers faced by workers involved in underground construction and hydropower projects, where tunnel collapses, landslides and other accidents can pose serious risks.