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India evacuates 166 citizens from flood‑stricken Nepal, dispatches fifth IAF aid flight
✍️ orissapost.com
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 10:17 AM
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India rescued 166 Indian nationals from flood‑hit Nepal and sent its fifth Air Force relief flight to support ongoing rescue operations.
Heavy monsoon rains have caused severe flooding across parts of Nepal, prompting a large‑scale humanitarian response. The Indian government coordinated with Nepalese authorities to evacuate Indian nationals stranded in the affected zones, successfully bringing 166 people to safety.
The rescue effort was bolstered by the Indian Air Force, which launched its fifth aid flight carrying essential supplies, medical kits and rescue equipment. The aircraft landed at the nearest operational airstrip in Nepal, where ground teams transferred the cargo to local relief agencies.
Officials from both countries said the operation demonstrated the close ties and swift cooperation between India and Nepal during natural disasters. The rescued nationals are being provided temporary shelter and assistance as they await onward travel.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that additional support flights are on standby, and that diplomatic channels remain open to address any further needs of Indian citizens in Nepal.
The rescue effort was bolstered by the Indian Air Force, which launched its fifth aid flight carrying essential supplies, medical kits and rescue equipment. The aircraft landed at the nearest operational airstrip in Nepal, where ground teams transferred the cargo to local relief agencies.
Officials from both countries said the operation demonstrated the close ties and swift cooperation between India and Nepal during natural disasters. The rescued nationals are being provided temporary shelter and assistance as they await onward travel.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that additional support flights are on standby, and that diplomatic channels remain open to address any further needs of Indian citizens in Nepal.