Nepal floods: 149 Indians rescued amid evacuation efforts, MEA releases names
India and China have joined intensified rescue and relief operations in flood-hit Nepal, where devastating flash floods along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river corridors have left workers trapped inside tunnels at hydropower projects.
As of August 30, 2026, 149 Indian nationals have been rescued from flood-stricken areas in Nepal, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal announced the rescue count on social media, reporting that "Indians rescued: 149." Rescue efforts have been hampered by rising water levels and debris blocking access to affected regions, with authorities warning of potential further flooding due to the Trishuli River's increasing levels.
The Indian government has been actively coordinating rescue operations, deploying specialized teams and relief supplies, including medicines, food, blankets, sleeping bags, and hygiene kits. The rescue operation follows the devastation caused by heavy rains and flooding, which have disrupted life across Nepal.
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