indus.express
30/08/2026

Nepal Flood Death Toll Reaches 469, Over 1,500 Missing

Updated 9 hours ago: The death toll increased from 469 to 626, the number of missing individuals rose from over 1,500 to 2,426, the number of affected sites increased from eight to 11, and India has offered assistance, contrasting with the previous refusal of foreign aid.

Search and rescue efforts are underway in Nepal, where at least 934 people are trapped or missing across 11 hydropower sites following devastating floods. The affected workers include citizens from Nepal, India, South Korea, and China. The Nepalese army is deploying 82 personnel to excavate a mud-filled tunnel, while adverse weather complicates operations. The floods, triggered by a glacial collapse, have resulted in at least 626 confirmed deaths and 2,426 people reported missing. Authorities estimate that the number of missing could exceed 1,000 due to unregistered workers at construction sites. India has offered assistance, including medical and rescue teams, as the situation continues to evolve.

Published 1 day ago • 28 Aug 2026, 12:23 PM IST

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