Over 100 Indians missing after flash floods hit Nepal - what we know so far
A massive flash flood in Nepal's Rasuwa district has left at least 105 Indian nationals and 37 non-resident Indians (NRIs) among nearly 400 people missing. The Bhote Koshi River surged on Wednesday, affecting Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading districts. The flood destroyed vehicles, bridges, and infrastructure, and damaged hydropower projects.
Pilgrims traveling to Tibet for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra are among those missing. The Nepal Tourism Board is verifying a preliminary list of missing travelers from various countries. Efforts are underway to recover bodies and rescue survivors, with the Nepal Army, Armed Police Force, and Nepal Police leading search-and-rescue operations.
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