Nepal has formally thanked India for its rapid humanitarian assistance as the Himalayan nation battles devastating flash floods that have killed at least 157 people and displaced thousands across multiple districts. Kathmandu expressed deep appreciation after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah, offering “all possible humanitarian assistance” to support rescue and relief operations.
In a post on X, Nepal’s Prime Minister’s Office said it “deeply appreciates” Modi’s warm words of solidarity and his generous offer of assistance, calling the gesture a reflection of the “enduring bonds of friendship” between the two countries. Nepal added that India’s support comes at a critical moment as authorities struggle to reach remote flood‑hit areas.
India has already dispatched 10 tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) supplies, including essential medicines, tents, water‑purification units and emergency equipment. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar shared images of the relief operation, noting that India “stands with Nepal and its people” as more assistance is being mobilised.
The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu is coordinating closely with Nepal’s government to facilitate rescue efforts for affected Indian nationals and ensure smooth delivery of aid. Embassy officials said they are working with local authorities to support evacuations, medical care and logistics in severely impacted regions.
Nepal’s government has deployed police, military and specialised rescue teams across flood‑hit districts, where infrastructure damage has hampered access. With rivers overflowing and landslides reported, authorities continue urging residents in vulnerable areas to move to safer ground.