A massive flash flood in Nepal’s Rasuwa district has left at least 95 people dead and nearly 400 missing, including 105 Indian nationals and 37 non-resident Indians. The surge in the Bhote Koshi River, which occurred Wednesday morning, destroyed infrastructure, vehicles, and several hydropower projects across the Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading districts. Search-and-rescue operations are currently underway, utilizing helicopters, drones, and sniffer dogs to locate those stranded.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu have expressed solidarity with Nepal, offering humanitarian assistance and support for ongoing relief efforts. India is dispatching emergency supplies, including medicines and rations, via air, while the National Disaster Response Force is preparing to assist in rescue operations. The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu is coordinating with local authorities to locate affected citizens and has established emergency helplines.
Authorities have issued flood alerts for downstream areas in India, particularly along the Gandak River in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, as water levels rise. While the exact cause of the disaster remains under investigation, officials are examining the possibility of a glacial lake outburst or a landslide blockage near the Tibet border. Residents in vulnerable regions have been advised to move to higher ground as monitoring continues.
