InternationalFriday, 28 August 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Nepal floods: 359 dead, 1,500 missing and India’s rescue coordination
The MEA said 21 Indians were rescued in Nepal, 200 Indians were stranded in Tibet, and emergency contact numbers were issued for rescue coordination.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In August 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs said 21 Indians were rescued in Nepal, all from Tamil Nadu, while 200 Indians on the Mansarovar yatra were stranded in Tibet.
Key specifics
- MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed 21 rescued Indians in Nepal.
- All 21 rescued persons were from Tamil Nadu.
- About 200 Indians on the Mansarovar yatra were reported stranded in Tibet.
- Delhi control room numbers were 91 11 2308 8718 and 91 11 2308 8719.
- Kathmandu embassy and Nepal agencies were listed with numbers such as 977 985 131 6807 and 977 9851289445.
Exam lens
Question type: international current affairs and emergency response; key facts: 21 rescued in Nepal, 200 stranded in Tibet, Tamil Nadu pilgrims, MEA control room numbers. TNPSC may ask which region saw stranded Mansarovar pilgrims and which ministry issued the helpline.