Kathmandu: Nepal was hit by a devastating flash flood on Wednesday after a sudden surge in the Bhotekoshi River swept through parts of northern Rasuwa district near the Tibet border. Homes, vehicles, bridges, roads and infrastructure were damaged or washed away, triggering a massive search-and-rescue operation.
At least 16 people have been reported dead, while nearly 400 people remain unaccounted for, according to the latest reports. Among those missing are 105 Indian nationals, raising serious concern in India.
The Nepalese Army, police and other emergency teams have been deployed for rescue operations. Helicopters are being used to reach areas cut off by the floodwaters and debris, while authorities have issued alerts in several downstream districts.
India extends helping hand
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah and expressed condolences over the loss of lives. Modi assured Nepal that India was ready to provide all possible humanitarian and relief assistance, with Indian teams coordinating with authorities on rescue and relief efforts. India is also preparing relief materials for the flood-hit areas as the rescue operation continues.
Emergency numbers for Indians in Nepal
The Indian Embassy in Nepal has urged Indian nationals affected by the floods to seek assistance through the emergency helplines: +977 985 131 6807 +977 970 910 7500 The situation remains fluid, with rescue teams continuing efforts to locate missing people and assess the full extent of the destruction.
AsianNews18: With hundreds still unaccounted for, including more than 100 Indians, the Nepal flash floods have emerged as a major humanitarian emergency along the Himalayan border region.
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