275 Indians missing, 166 others rescued: MEA on Nepal floods

At least 275 Indian nationals remain missing while 166 have been rescued after flash floods hit the Nepal-Tibet border on August 26, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). In total, 1,907 Indian nationals have safely crossed over to Nepal from China. The MEA's spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, revealed that India has provided approximately 95 tonnes of relief material to Nepal thus far.

The death toll has climbed to at least 1,295 as more bodies are recovered, as per Nepalese authorities. Over 12,000 individuals have been rescued, but roughly 5,000 are still missing as search and rescue efforts persist. Jaiswal stated that India is in close contact with the Nepali government, noting, "As per our information, 275 Indian nationals remain missing."

He also confirmed that there are no stranded Indian travelers in the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China. Jaiswal further announced that India plans to send additional forensic kits, Bailey bridges, and other requested materials. Additionally, 54 personnel, including 30 tunnel rescue experts, 19 forensic experts, and a five-member medical team, have been deployed to assist in relief and rescue operations in Nepal.