Nepali Army rescues 4,040 by air, intensifies hydropower searches
Summary
The Nepali Army has rescued 4,040 people by air from flood-hit areas in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river corridors, while search operations continue at several hydropower projects in Rasuwa and Nuwakot. More than 9,000 personnel are deployed across affected districts for rescue, relief, bridge building and emergency medical care.
Key Points
- The Nepali Army has airlifted 4,040 people, including 3,757 Nepalis and 283 foreign nationals, from flood-affected areas.
- Search and rescue operations are ongoing at multiple hydropower projects in Rasuwa and Nuwakot, including Rasuwagadhi, Chilime and Upper Trishuli projects.
- A drone located a body in the cable tunnel at Rongga, while teams continue clearing debris and searching tunnels.
- More than 9,000 Army personnel are deployed for rescue, relief, road and bridge reopening, and medical services across affected districts.
