Nepal floods: 163 Indians rescued, 151 leave China as India steps up rescue operations, says Centre
The MEA said the Indian tunnel rescue team established a foothold at hydropower tunnels in Chilime.
India has rescued 163 of its nationals from Nepal's devastating floods, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. This brings the total number of Indians rescued to this date. The rescue efforts faced numerous challenges, including limited access and harsh terrain, but the Indian tunnel rescue team persevered using innovative techniques.
Additionally, 151 Indian nationals left China in search of safety. The death toll in Nepal and China has surpassed 1,000, with the number of missing people nearing 4,000. India has dispatched a significant amount of humanitarian aid, including 37.5 tonnes of relief material and medicines, to assist in the relief efforts.
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