Maharashtra teams up with Centre to evacuate Indian nationals stranded in Nepal floods, says CM Fadnavis

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that the Maharashtra government has initiated coordination with the Union government to bring back Indian citizens who are stranded in Nepal after the country was hit by heavy monsoon floods. The floods have caused widespread disruption across Nepal, cutting off roads and isolating several towns where Indian tourists and workers were present.

Maharashtra officials are in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian embassy in Kathmandu to arrange safe passage for the affected nationals. The state government is preparing transport arrangements, including buses and special trains, to facilitate their return once clearance is obtained from Nepalese authorities.

Fadnavis emphasized that the welfare of the stranded citizens is a priority and assured that the state will provide necessary assistance, including medical aid and temporary accommodation, until they reach home. The coordination reflects a joint effort between state and centre to respond swiftly to cross‑border emergencies.