Gapernath rescue operation completed successfully, death toll 3

A rescue team from the Kota nuclear plant brought all the 165 people trapped in the ancient cave shrine at Gapernath near Kota to safety. They spent nearly 24 hours on the hill after a staircase collapsed leaving them stranded.
The death toll in the mishap reached three on Monday, with the recovery of two more bodies. The victims were identified as Arvind Nagar (18) and Deepak Nagar (18), both students. Deepu Singh, an engineering student, is the third victim.
Men and equipment from the nearby nuclear plant played a key role in the rescue mission. It also received the help of Army personnel.