Nepal's Rasuwa flash flood kills 270, 1,600 missing after collapse
India
A sudden flash flood struck Nepal's Rasuwa district near the Tibet border on Aug. 26, 2026, leaving at least 270 people dead and around 1,600 missing.
Triggered by an ice and rock collapse in the Himalayas, the disaster wiped out settlements, bridges, and roads, stranding thousands.
Among those unaccounted for are nearly 300 Indian pilgrims and tourists traveling along the Kailash Mansarovar route.
India aids Nepal rescue efforts
Rescue teams, over 5,000 strong with helicopters, are struggling to reach remote areas due to destroyed roads and rough terrain.
Indian authorities are working closely with Nepal to find missing citizens and send relief supplies.
Families across India are anxiously waiting for updates as international rescue efforts continue.