Additional support for tunnel rescue, forensic needed: MoFA
Summary
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Nepal urgently needs tunnel rescue support, freezers, LiDAR, DNA kits and forensic expertise for ongoing rescue and relief operations. India, China, Japan, the United States and other partners have already provided teams and supplies.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Nepal needs immediate international help for tunnel rescue, relief and forensic work.
- Nepal has requested equipment and services including freezers, LiDAR, DNA testing kits, DVI support, belly bridges and high-capacity drones.
- Specialized forensic and tunnel rescue teams from India, China and South Korea are already working with Nepali agencies.
- Aid and relief materials have been received from multiple countries and organizations, including the UN, WHO, WFP and UNICEF.
