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Nepal Flash Floods Trap 37 Tamil Nadu Tourists

Flash floods in Nepal leave tourists missing, Isha group trapped in Tibet deluge

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Thu, 27 August 2026 at 08:01 am
Nepal Flash Floods Trap 37 Tamil Nadu Tourists

A devastating flash flood in Nepal has left 37 tourists from Tamil Nadu unaccounted for, including followers of Isha Yoga founder Jaggi Vasudev. The tourists were part of a group of 57 from the Thanjavur district, with only 20 of them currently accounted for.

The flash flood occurred on Wednesday, catching many tourists and spiritualists off guard. Thanjavur Collector R Revathi stated that officials are awaiting more information on the whereabouts of the missing tourists.

Jaggi Vasudev took to Twitter to announce that one of his Kailash groups was caught in the flash flood at Gyirong in Tibet, China. The group was at the immigration office when the flood occurred, and the building and much of the town were flooded.

Vasudev expressed his anguish and stated that his team is working with the authorities to assist in the rescue efforts. He also provided an update on the number of people in his Sojourn group, stating that 495 people have already returned safely, while 743 people are currently in Tibet, 148 people are in Nepal, and 77 people were at the immigration center.

The flash floods in Nepal have resulted in the deaths of 157 people, with hundreds more missing. The Indian government has reported that 133 Indian Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims are among those unaccounted for.

The situation is being closely monitored, with rescue efforts underway to locate the missing tourists. The Indian government is working with the Nepalese authorities to provide assistance to those affected by the flash floods.

The flash floods have highlighted the risks associated with traveling to remote areas, particularly during the monsoon season. The Indian government has advised citizens to exercise caution when traveling to Nepal and other countries prone to natural disasters.

The incident has also raised concerns about the safety of tourists and pilgrims traveling to remote areas. The Indian government has announced plans to provide support to the families of the missing tourists and to assist in the rescue efforts.

In conclusion, the flash floods in Nepal have resulted in a devastating loss of life and have left many tourists and pilgrims missing. The Indian government is working to provide assistance to those affected, and rescue efforts are underway to locate the missing tourists.

Frequently asked questions

How many Tamil Nadu tourists are missing in Nepal?

37 tourists from Tamil Nadu are unaccounted for, including followers of Isha Yoga founder Jaggi Vasudev.

What is the current death toll from the Nepal flash floods?

The flash floods in Nepal have resulted in the deaths of 157 people, with hundreds more missing.

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