Nepal flash flood: India sends tunnel rescue team to Nepal
India has deployed tunnel rescue teams and forensic experts to Nepal following devastating flash floods in the Bhote Kosi river region. The mission aims to assist in search-and-rescue operations and identify the remains of hundreds of missing Indian nationals.
Why it matters
This highlights critical cross-border disaster management and diplomatic cooperation between India and Nepal during a humanitarian crisis.
A tunnel rescue team from India has reached Nepal on Saturday (August 29, 2026) to help the ongoing search-and-rescue operations in the aftermath of the flash floods, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. In its latest move, India has sent three aircraft carrying relief materials to Nepal since the disaster hit Bhote Kosi river region on August 26. The MEA has stated that at least 287 Indians remain missing as on Saturday (August 29, 2026) and in addition, 128 persons of Indian origin are also missing following the disaster.
Besides, six Indian teams of forensic experts are expected to reach Nepal during the weekend, the MEA has said. These experts will work on the ground to identify mortal remains that are being recovered in the disaster-hit areas.
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