Nepal floods: India sends 5th relief aircraft with 11-member rescue team, 5.5 tonnes of medicines
The flight carries 11 rescuers and 5.5 tonnes of medicines as India expands tunnel search and DNA identification support.
- On Wednesday, India dispatched its fifth aircraft to Nepal, carrying an 11-member rescue team and 5.5 tonnes of medical supplies to support ongoing disaster relief operations.
- Flash floods triggered by ice and rock collapses near the Nepal-Tibet border devastated northern and central Nepal on August 26, pushing the death toll to 1,127 by Wednesday.
- A 24-member Indian tunnel rescue team navigates restricted, marshy conditions at Chilime hydropower sites, while a 19-member forensic team assists Nepali counterparts with DNA sample analysis in Kathmandu.
- Evacuation efforts have brought 163 Indian nationals to safety, though local authorities face severe morgue capacity constraints, prompting mass burials and scientific body management procedures.
- Nearly 4,000 missing individuals remain the focus as China, Singapore, and other international partners continue deploying specialized forensic and rescue teams to support Nepal's ongoing recovery efforts.
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Severe flooding and landslides have caused massive devastation in Nepal. India has sent a fifth relief and rescue aircraft, carrying an 11-member rescue team, specialized equipment, and 5.5 tons of essential medicines. India is continuously providing assistance to expedite relief efforts.
5th Indian aircraft with rescue team and 5.5 tonnes of medicines departs for Nepal - The Tribune
In a post on X, Jaishankar said, 'The fifth Indian aircraft has departed for Nepal. It is carrying a 11-member rescue team with specialised equipment, and 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines.'
163 Indians rescued in Nepal: MEA after flash floods
“Tunnel rescue team: After establishing a foothold at hydropower tunnels in Chilime, the Indian tunnel rescue team had to overcome several challenges such as extremely restricted access space, limitations on use of specialised equipment due to terrain, and a marshy tunnel floor.
Nepal floods: 163 Indians evacuated, tunnel rescue team soldiers on despite challenges
India has rescued 163 nationals following devastating flash floods in Nepal. A specialised forensics team from India is assisting with DNA analysis in Kathmandu. Indian tunnel rescue teams are working to reach individuals trapped inside hydropower tunnels. The Nepal floods have claimed over 1,000 lives and left thousands missing. Relief and rescue operations continue in coordination with Nepalese authorities.
Nepal digs through mud and grief as rescue teams battle tough conditions, over 160 Indians evacuated
India has rescued 163 nationals after devastating Nepal floods, while an Indian tunnel rescue team continues operations in Chilime despite difficult terrain and restricted access. The Nepal disaster has claimed 1,003 lives and left around 4,000 people missing.
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