6 days ago

India Pledges Every Possible Help as Nepal Faces Flash Floods

Flash floods have caused a serious emergency in parts of Nepal.

The floods began after rocks and ice blocked a tributary of the Bhote Koshi River.

Water and debris then rushed downstream.

The surge first reached Rasuwa, near the Nepal-Tibet border, and later spread to other districts.

India said it supports Nepal during the tragedy.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta promised that India would provide every possible help.

Indian officials said they are communicating with Nepal’s government.

Officials also said 288 Indian citizens, including hydropower workers and tourists, remain unaccounted for.

Key facts

Indian support: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said every possible help would be extended to Nepal.
Flood trigger: An ice-rock avalanche upstream blocked the Lhende tributary of the Bhote Koshi River.
Initial impact: The surge first hit Rasuwa near the Nepal-Tibet border.
Missing Indians: The Ministry of External Affairs said 288 Indian nationals remain unaccounted for.
Affected groups: The unaccounted-for Indians include hydropower workers and members of tourist groups.
Government coordination: Education Minister Ashish Sood said India is in talks with Nepal’s government.

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