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275 Indians still missing in Nepal flash floods that have killed over 1,200

Jaiswal said 1,907 Indian nationals who were in China on August 26 have crossed into Nepal and no Indian travellers are stranded in the Tibet Autonomous Region

275 Indians still missing in Nepal flash floods that have killed over 1,200

In the aftermath of deadly flash floods that struck Nepal on August 26, 275 Indian nationals remain missing, while 169 have been rescued, according to the external affairs ministry. Chinese authorities have reported 21 deaths and 541 people missing in Tibet, with hundreds of workers believed to be trapped inside hydropower plants.

India has deployed 54 personnel to support relief and rescue efforts in Nepal, airlifting 95 tonnes of relief materials on seven aircraft. The personnel include tunnel rescue experts, forensic experts, and a medical team. India has also offered solidarity and support to Nepal, calling for action to address climate change and its impact on developing nations.

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