The devastating flash floods that hit Nepal and the Tibet border have left thousands of people missing, including hundreds of Indians and people of Indian origin. As rescue operations continue amid difficult weather and challenging terrain, India has stepped up its humanitarian assistance to its neighbouring country. Scroll on to know more about it.
Nepal Floods Death Toll Crosses 600
Terrifying footage shows a flash flood sweeping through the Nepal–Tibet border, trapping people on rooftops and balconies. At least 469 have been killed, with hundreds still missing. pic.twitter.com/xRgRWmwut7
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According to the latest update from India’s Ministry of External Affairs, around 320 Indian nationals and 100 people of Indian origin are still missing in the aftermath of the floods. The disaster has also affected several Indian pilgrims who were travelling through Nepal on their way to Kailash Mansarovar.
The situation has been particularly worrying for families back home, with several groups from different Indian states still unaccounted for. According to The Times of India, earlier, a group of 57 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry had been caught in the disaster, with 37 initially reported missing. A 32-member group from West Bengal travelling on the Kailash Mansarovar route was also among those who lost contact after the floods struck the Rasuwagadhi area.
There has, however, been some relief for Indian families. 149 Indians who had been stranded on the Chinese side of the border have safely reached Nepal, while several other Indians have already been evacuated from the affected areas. Twenty-one Tamil Nadu pilgrims rescued from Nepal were also brought back to India and met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
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India Steps Up Help For Flood-Hit Nepal
India has been increasing its assistance as the scale of the disaster becomes clearer. The Indian Air Force has sent multiple consignments of humanitarian aid, with the latest flight carrying 10 tonnes of essential relief supplies, including medicines, food packets, portable generators, dignity kits and water-purification tablets.
Along with relief material, India has now sent an 11-member specialised medical and tunnel rescue team to Nepal. The team includes doctors, paramedics and personnel involved in reconnaissance for tunnel rescue operations, particularly important as rescuers continue efforts at hydropower project sites where people are feared trapped under huge amounts of mud and debris.
India has also offered National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) assistance and specialised equipment to Nepal. The country has specifically sought technical support for areas such as tunnel rescue and the construction of temporary bridges, as its own agencies continue to lead the wider search-and-rescue operation.
The latest development comes after Nepal initially said it did not require foreign search-and-rescue teams, with its own security forces handling the operations. The government has now agreed to accept specialised international assistance in areas where additional expertise and equipment are needed. India, China, Australia and South Korea are stepping in to provide support.
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We hope the situation in Nepal improves soon.
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FAQs
What is the latest death toll in the Nepal floods?
The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal has risen to 616, according to the latest reports.
What is India doing to help Nepal after the floods?
India has sent multiple consignments of humanitarian aid and has stepped up rescue assistance. It has also sent a specialised 11-member medical and tunnel rescue team to Nepal.
Are rescue operations still underway in Nepal?
Yes, search and rescue operations are continuing, although difficult weather, damaged infrastructure and challenging terrain have hampered efforts. More than 3,700 people had been rescued in Nepal by Saturday, according to reports.