In Brief
- India to send tunnel rescue team to flood-hit Nepal.
- NDRF personnel may be deployed if Nepal requests further assistance.
- Two planes carrying relief materials have already been dispatched.
- Rescue efforts underway after reports of 100 people trapped by floods.
India will send a tunnel rescue team to Nepal following severe flooding that reportedly trapped around 100 people. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India is ready to deploy National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel if requested by Nepal.
So far, India has already dispatched two planes loaded with relief materials to support Nepal’s flood response efforts. The assistance is in response to reports of significant flooding where a large number of people remain trapped.
The situation highlights ongoing cooperation between the two countries in managing disaster relief and rescue operations. India’s quick mobilization of rescue teams and supplies reflects the urgency and seriousness of the floods affecting Nepal.
Officials continue to monitor the situation closely and stand ready to offer further support as needed.
