India rescues 158 citizens from flood-hit Nepal as relief operations continue

India confirms evacuation of 158 nationals from flood-hit Nepal

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that 158 Indian citizens were rescued from Nepal following catastrophic flooding in the Himalayan nation last week. The announcement came on Monday, with the Ministry stating that as of 9 m. that day, a total of 158 Indian nationals had been brought to safety.

Forensics team coordinating with Nepali authorities in Kathmandu

The specialised forensics team from India continued its work in Kathmandu on Monday, operating in coordination with counterparts from Nepal Police's Forensic Science Laboratory. According to the MEA, the team discussed the optimisation of various aspects of their forensic work with the Nepali laboratory.

On Sunday, the Ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, met with and briefed the forensics team. The Indian forensics team also engaged with counterparts at Nepal Police's Central Forensic Science Laboratory in Kathmandu and the Forensic Department of the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital.

Tunnel rescue operations underway at hydropower sites

The Indian tunnel rescue operations team has sustained its efforts at the Chilime and Langtang hydropower tunnel sites, working alongside the Nepali Army. Despite inclement weather and difficult access conditions at Chilime, the team managed to establish a foothold at the tunnel.

On Sunday, the Indian tunnel rescue team joined Nepali Army personnel in conducting search and rescue operations at the hydropower tunnel sites in the Chilime and Langtang areas. In Langtang, the team, together with Nepali forces, was able to probe up to 185 metres into the tunnel.

Fourth relief flight arrives in Nepal

A fourth flight carrying assistance for people affected by the catastrophic floods arrived in Nepal on Sunday, carrying 11 tonnes of relief supplies. The consignment includes a tunnel rescue team equipped with search-and-rescue equipment, as well as a team of forensic experts.

The relief supplies comprising the shipment include blankets, sleeping bags, tarpaulins, plastic sheets and hygiene kits. The Indian tunnel rescue team has sustained its efforts at the Chilime and Langtang hydropower sites in coordination with the Nepali Army, despite inclement weather and difficult access conditions. At the Chilime site, the team was able to establish a foothold at the tunnel, while at Langtang, working alongside Nepali forces, the team was able to probe to a depth of 185 metres.