Nepal flood: Keralam starts help desk to provide emergency assisstance to stranded people
People seeking assistance can contact the NoRKA Global Contact Centre at 1800 425 3939 (toll-free) or +91 88020 12345 (missed call from abroad)
The Keralam government has established a help desk through NoRKA-Roots, the field agency of the Department of Non-Resident Keralites Affairs, to assist stranded Keralites in Nepal following flash floods. Initial reports indicate over 100 lives have been lost, with many missing including foreign tourists. The help desk was created on the Chief Minister's Office's instructions to provide emergency aid.
Contact options include the toll-free number 1800 425 3939 or +91 88020 12345 for abroad callers. The Delhi NRK Development Officer coordinates relief efforts, while the Indian Embassy in Nepal collaborates with Nepal authorities for safe evacuation of distressed Indians. Special helpline numbers are available for emergency assistance.
Kerala officials are closely monitoring the situation, with the Chief Secretary in contact with the Ministry of External Affairs to support Malayali tourists. Family members should inform the Chief Minister’s Office if they cannot reach their Malayali loved ones.
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