Bihar evacuates 100 Maharashtra pilgrims stranded in Nepal floods
Bihar evacuates 100 Maharashtra pilgrims stranded in Nepal floods
NP · Published Aug 29, 2026
Around 100 pilgrims from Maharashtra, stranded in Kathmandu due to the devastating flash floods in Nepal on 26 August 2026, have been safely evacuated by the Bihar government.
Acting on a request from the Maharashtra government, the Sitamarhi district administration facilitated their safe passage across the Nepal border on 28 August.

Impact & Risks

The Nepal floods have caused significant loss of life and property, with hundreds dead and thousands missing. The disaster has also disrupted travel routes, leaving many stranded, including Indian pilgrims. The evacuation of these pilgrims mitigated risks of prolonged exposure to unsafe conditions and ensured their safe return. However, the broader impact of the floods continues to affect Nepal and neighbouring regions, including Bihar, which faces potential downstream flooding.

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