India Sends Doctors, Paramedics and Relief Supplies to Flood-Hit Nepal

India has stepped up humanitarian assistance to Nepal following devastating flash floods, dispatching a third special flight from New Delhi to Kathmandu on 28 August 2026 carrying more than 10 tonnes of relief material along with an 11-member medical and rescue support team.

The consignment includes portable generator sets, dignity kits, food packets and water purification tablets to support emergency relief operations in affected areas. The flight is also carrying doctors, paramedics and a reconnaissance team for tunnel rescue operations, strengthening India’s on-ground assistance to Nepalese authorities.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said India would continue supporting Nepal’s ongoing rescue and relief efforts as the neighbouring country deals with the aftermath of the floods.

The latest deployment follows earlier assistance sent by India and forms part of a broader emergency response that includes the mobilisation of Bailey bridges to help restore connectivity and support rescue operations in areas where infrastructure has been damaged.

India is also assisting its nationals affected by the disaster. On Friday, 21 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu who had been rescued in Nepal returned to Delhi. Jaishankar thanked the Nepal Army and the Nepalese government for facilitating their rescue and acknowledged the role of the Indian Embassy in coordinating their return.

The pilgrims had been travelling as part of groups associated with the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra when the floods disrupted movement and stranded travellers in affected areas.

The Ministry of External Affairs has established a 24-hour control room to coordinate assistance, monitor the situation and support Indian citizens requiring help in Nepal.

The latest relief mission reflects India’s continuing role as a first responder in the neighbourhood, combining humanitarian supplies, medical assistance, rescue expertise and logistical support as Nepal continues recovery operations after the floods.