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Nepal Floods: Dozen Bhopal Relatives Missing

Floods in Nepal leave Bhopal families worried, many still missing. Relatives of Nepali Samaj members unaccounted for.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 30 August 2026 at 01:00 am
Nepal Floods: Dozen Bhopal Relatives Missing

A devastating flash flood in Nepal has left many families in Bhopal worried, as over a dozen relatives of Nepali Samaj members have gone missing. The missing individuals were part of a group that had travelled to the Nepal-Tibet border for the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage.

The daughter-in-law of former president of the Bhopal Nepali Samaj, Leelamani Pandey, is among those reported missing. Sumi Adhikari, 34, had travelled from Australia and was part of the group that was returning from the pilgrimage when the flash floods struck. According to Pandey, the group had reached the region around a week ago and was at the Gyirong immigration centre when the floods occurred.

Pandey said that the family is in touch with the authorities and is trying to get information about Sumi's whereabouts. However, there has been no contact with her so far. Four to five people from Indrapuri, Bhopal, had also travelled to Kailash Mansarovar, and one or two of them are reportedly safe.

Some people from Obaidullaganj are also believed to be stranded in the affected area. Maya Pandey of the Nepali Samaj said that their relative Kesar Poudel was trapped in the affected area for nearly 24 hours but has since been reported safe.

Eight relatives of Kolar resident Dewki Adhikari are also reportedly missing. They were travelling as part of a 29-member group when their bus was swept away by the floods. The group managed to take shelter on the terrace of a house, and during their last conversation with their families, they reportedly told them to take care of the children. There has been no contact since then.

The Nepali Samaj has planned a candle march at New Market on Sunday evening, along with religious leaders from different communities, to seek support and assistance for those affected by the floods in Nepal.

The flash floods in Nepal have caused widespread destruction and have left many families worried about their loved ones. The authorities are working to provide assistance to those affected, and the families of the missing individuals are waiting anxiously for news about their whereabouts.

The incident has highlighted the risks and challenges faced by pilgrims travelling to remote and disaster-prone areas. The Nepali Samaj and other organizations are working to provide support and assistance to those affected and to help the families of the missing individuals.

In the meantime, the families of the missing individuals are left to wait and worry, hoping that their loved ones will be found safe and sound. The incident has also raised concerns about the safety and security of pilgrims travelling to Nepal and other disaster-prone areas.

The Nepali Samaj and other organizations are urging the authorities to provide more assistance and support to those affected by the floods and to take steps to prevent such incidents in the future. The incident has also highlighted the need for better communication and coordination between the authorities and the families of the missing individuals.

As the search and rescue operations continue, the families of the missing individuals are holding on to hope that their loved ones will be found safe and sound. The incident has also brought the community together, with many people coming forward to offer support and assistance to those affected.

In conclusion, the flash floods in Nepal have left many families in Bhopal worried, and the search and rescue operations are ongoing. The authorities and organizations are working to provide assistance and support to those affected, and the families of the missing individuals are waiting anxiously for news about their whereabouts.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the Bhopal relatives in Nepal?

They went missing due to flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border while on a pilgrimage.

How many people from Bhopal are reported missing?

Over a dozen relatives of Nepali Samaj members are reported missing.

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