6 days ago
Indian Leaders Urge Vigilance After Devastating Nepal Flash Floods
A sudden flash flood badly damaged parts of Nepal.
The flood swept away many people and damaged buildings and roads.
By Thursday morning, 162 bodies had been recovered.
Some people were still missing, although leaders gave different estimates of how many.
Indian leaders said they were sorry for the victims and wanted to help Nepal.
They also said seven tourists from Maharashtra were stranded in Nepal.
Officials in Bihar are watching rivers, dams and waterways carefully.
The Gandak River could be affected if water levels rise.
India and Nepal were urged to work together on flood planning.
Bodies of 162 people swept away by the Bhote Koshi River flood had been recovered by Thursday morning.
Several people remain missing, while one Bihar BJP leader said more than 1,000 people were still unaccounted for.
Indian political leaders across party lines expressed grief and called for relief, rescue and support for Nepal.
Seven tourists from Maharashtra were reported stranded, with efforts underway to help them return safely.
Leaders urged continued monitoring in Bihar and joint India-Nepal planning for future flood management.
- Who
- People in Nepal were affected, while Indian political leaders and authorities responded; seven tourists from Maharashtra were reported stranded.
- What
- A devastating flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River caused deaths, missing persons and extensive damage.
- Where
- Nepal, with possible concerns for Bihar and the Gandak River in India.
- When
- Bodies had been recovered as of Thursday morning; leaders issued reactions on Thursday.
- Why
- Sudden flooding and heavy rains caused widespread destruction, prompting calls for relief, vigilance and coordinated flood management.
Key facts
- Recovered bodies
- 162 bodies had been recovered by Thursday morning.
- Missing people
- Several people remained missing; BJP Bihar President Sanjay Saraogi said more than 1,000 were still missing.
- Affected river
- The flash flood swept people away through the Bhote Koshi River.
- Stranded tourists
- Seven tourists from Maharashtra were reported stranded in Nepal.
- Indian support
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Nepal's prime minister and assured India’s support.
- Bihar monitoring
- JD(U) leaders said dams, including older dams, and waterways were being monitored.
- Regional coordination
- Sanjay Kumar Jha called for joint flood-management planning between India and Nepal.
Quotes
Ram Kripal Yadav
Bihar minister who commented on the deaths, damage and India’s offer of support
“The tragedy in Nepal is very saddening. There was a sudden flood and Nepal has been devastated. Indians are also missing. Both lives and property have been lost. It is deeply saddening and a matter of great concern. Our respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to the Prime Minister of Nepal and assured him of all possible support.”
thehansindia.com
“We saw the videos yesterday showing the way the floodwaters rose and people were running for safety. We feel the Bihar government needs to keep a closer watch on the situation. Everyone needs to remain alert. There is also concern that the Gandak River could be affected in Bihar.”
thehansindia.com
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