After Nepal Flood Disaster, President Paudel Sends Big Message to India; Here’s What He Said
New Delhi, August 29, 2026: Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel has thanked India for its support and solidarity following the devastating flash floods that have caused widespread destruction and claimed hundreds of lives in Nepal.
The Office of the President of Nepal said Paudel expressed gratitude to Indian President Droupadi Murmu for her concern and for the support extended by the Indian government following the disaster.
What did President Paudel say?
Paudel conveyed his gratitude on behalf of the Government and people of Nepal, thanking India for its generous support and solidarity during the crisis.
He also expressed condolences to the Government and people of India over the loss of Indian nationals in the disaster on August 26.
Nepal flood death toll reaches 616
According to local media reports citing officials, the death toll from the flash floods had risen to 616 by Saturday morning, while hundreds of people remained missing.
The floods struck Nepal’s Rasuwa district after originating in China’s Tibet region and moving through the transboundary Bhote Koshi River, causing extensive destruction.
India assures Nepal of help
Following the disaster, President Droupadi Murmu expressed solidarity with Nepal and said India was ready to support the country’s relief and rescue operations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke with Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Wednesday and conveyed condolences over the loss of lives.
Modi assured Nepal that India was prepared to provide all possible humanitarian assistance, with Indian teams coordinating on rescue and relief efforts.
Hundreds of Indians remain uncontacted
The Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday that 149 Indian nationals had safely crossed into Nepal from China, while 320 people remained missing or could not be contacted following the floods.
President Paudel’s latest message highlights the humanitarian cooperation between the two neighbouring countries as Nepal continues to deal with the aftermath of one of its deadliest recent flood disasters.
