Andhra Pradesh government steps up efforts to trace Telugu people stranded in Nepal flash floods
The Andhra Pradesh government has established a control room to assist residents stranded in Nepal due to recent flash floods. Officials are coordinating with central authorities and the Nepal government to ensure the safety and evacuation of pilgrims and tourists.
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Effective state-level disaster response is crucial for protecting citizens during international travel emergencies.
The Andhra Pradesh government has stepped up efforts to trace and evacuate State residents stranded or missing in the flash floods in Nepal.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to identify Andhra Pradesh residents caught in the disaster and take immediate steps to move them to safe locations. The State government is coordinating with the Central Government and monitoring developments continuously through the Real-Time Governance (RTG) system.
A control room has been established at AP Bhavan in New Delhi to collect information about stranded tourists and pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh and extend assistance to them and their families. The AP Bhavan control room can be contacted at 011-23384016 and 011-23387089. WhatsApp messages can be sent to 9059824101.
The Chief Minister has instructed officials to maintain continuous coordination with the authorities and provide all possible assistance to affected pilgrims and tourists from the State.
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