Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken with Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Shah to express sympathy over deaths caused by severe flooding in Nepal. The Prime Minister’s Office announced that India is prepared to mobilise humanitarian assistance and coordinate rescue and relief operations with Nepalese authorities.
What was announced
The Prime Minister conveyed condolences to his Nepalese counterpart regarding loss of life from the floods affecting Nepal. He stated that the Indian population stands with Nepal during this crisis. India has indicated readiness to extend all available humanitarian support to Nepal. Indian government teams are already in contact with Nepalese officials to align rescue and relief work.
What this means for you
If you are in Nepal or have family there affected by flooding, Indian humanitarian teams are being coordinated to assist with rescue and relief efforts. Citizens in India may see government resources being deployed across the border for disaster response. This reflects India’s approach to treating Nepal as a neighbour requiring mutual support during natural disasters.