Severe Floods in Nepal: Infrastructure Damage and Indian Citizens Rescued
Severe Floods in Nepal: Infrastructure Damage and Indian Citizens Rescued
Nepal · Published Aug 30, 2026
Nepal is grappling with severe floods caused by the overflowing Trishuli River, which have led to significant destruction, including the washing away of the Charoundi suspension bridge connecting Gorkha's Gandaki Rural Municipality with Dhading's Benighat Rural Municipality.
The floods have also created a temporary lake near the flood source in Tibet, prompting authorities to monitor the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers closely.

Impact & Risks

The floods have caused widespread devastation in Nepal, with billions of dollars in damages to roads, bridges, and hydropower projects. Hospitals in Nepal are overwhelmed, with 56 injured patients being treated, three of whom are in intensive care. Additionally, 59 deceased bodies have been received, with limited mortuary space requiring further arrangements. The disaster has also affected Indian citizens, with 320 still missing or uncontactable. The situation remains critical, with ongoing risks of further flooding and infrastructure collapse.

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