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Opposition Corners TN Govt Over Missing Tamils in Nepal Floods; Demands Helicopter Rescue
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Moneycontrol•27-08-2026, 12:19
Opposition Corners TN Govt Over Missing Tamils in Nepal Floods; Demands Helicopter Rescue
- •DMK, AIADMK, and other opposition parties questioned the Tamil Nadu government on efforts to rescue people missing in Nepal flash floods.
- •Reports indicate at least 37 people from Tamil Nadu are missing after devastating floods hit Nepal on August 26.
- •LoP Udhayanidhi Stalin and AIADMK MLA Edappadi K. Palaniswami urged the government to rescue all missing Tamils, with Congress suggesting a helicopter be sent.
- •Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's government stated it is taking all possible steps to locate the missing individuals and held a high-level meeting.
- •Emergency helplines have been set up, and the CMO is coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy in Nepal for rescue efforts.
Key Questions Answered
The whereabouts of 37 Tamils from a group of 57 tourists are currently unknown after flash floods in Nepal. The Tamil Nadu government is taking steps to locate the missing individuals.
The Tamil Nadu government plans to ensure future tourist safety by installing AI-powered surveillance cameras, establishing dedicated tourist security organisations in five key regions, and conducting feasibility studies for ropeways in hill stations. They also intend to convert government-operated motorboats into eco-friendly electric boats.
