670 Nepalis stranded in China return via Tatopani border
Summary
670 Nepalis stranded in China after the August 26 Bhotekoshi flood have returned through the Tatopani border since September 3. Around 1,700 more Nepalis remain in Kerung, with repatriation efforts continuing in coordination between Nepali and Chinese authorities.
Key Points
- 670 Nepali citizens have returned via the Tatopani border since September 3 after being stranded in Kerung by the Bhotekoshi flood.
- Chinese authorities have been handing over stranded Nepalis at Liping with passport details, while Nepali officials coordinate safe transport to Kathmandu.
- A 15-member APF team led by Bhupa Bahadur Budhathoki has been deployed to assist the rescue and movement of returnees.
- Authorities say about 1,700 Nepalis are still stranded in Kerung and the repatriation process is ongoing.
