Over 50 Tamil Nadu pilgrims stranded after flash floods at Nepal-China border
More than 50 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu are stranded after flash floods hit the Bhote Koshi River near the Nepal-China border; rescue efforts are underway.
More than 50 Tamil Nadu pilgrims are stranded after a flash flood on Wednesday at the Nepal-China border. The flood, caused by the Bhote Koshi River, killed at least nine people in Nepal and Tibet, swept away villages and damaged infrastructure. The stranded pilgrims, from Thanjavur, Kumbakonam, and Mayiladuthurai districts, were traveling in three cars when the flood occurred around 8am.
Some managed to take refuge at an Armed Police Force outpost in Timure, but communication was lost due to a lack of mobile connectivity. The Tamil Nadu government is making concerted efforts to rescue the stranded pilgrims, including a 24-hour toll-free helpline and contacting them through various means. Major casualties are feared in Nepal and Tibet, with videos showing damaged homes and floating cars.
Authorities in Bihar are on high alert, fearing a sudden surge in water flow into the Gandak River. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is being mobilized to handle emergencies. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has instructed officials to swiftly rescue the affected pilgrims and provide all necessary assistance. Emergency telephone numbers have been announced for Tamil Nadu stranded in Nepal or their relatives in Tamil Nadu to reach out for help.
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