69 Maharashtra Citizens Cross Into Nepal From China Border, Expected to Reach Mumbai By August 31
Mumbai: As many as 69 citizens from Maharashtra, who were stranded amid the disaster in Nepal and adjoining areas, crossed the China-Nepal border through the Kodari Immigration Centre late Saturday evening and entered Nepal. According to the state government, they are expected to reach Mumbai by August 31. The State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) has registered information about 404…
Maharashtra's State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) has reported that 69 citizens from the state have crossed the China-Nepal border via the Kodari Immigration Centre, seeking to return to Mumbai following a disaster in Nepal. Officials indicate these individuals will reach Mumbai by August 31. The SEOC has monitored information for 404 Maharashtra residents impacted by the disaster, with 262 still stranded in Nepal or China.
As of now, 142 people have been successfully evacuated. The evacuation operation is overseen by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Disaster Management Minister Girish Mahajan, with the SEOC facilitating assistance and coordination. Nepal's Chief Minister is being commended for rescuing 1,643 children just before a school was destroyed by a flash flood.
The SEOC is collaborating with the Ministry of External Affairs and sharing details on affected Maharashtra residents and tourists. A dedicated 24/7 helpline and web-based portal have been established for updating the public on the situation. Continuous monitoring and coordination with various agencies are underway until all stranded Maharashtra citizens are safely returned.
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