Bihar Govt Rescues 100 Maharashtra Pilgrims Stranded in Nepal Flash Floods; Four Vidarbha Pilgrims Return to Nagpur

On August 29, 2026, the Bihar government launched a rescue operation to evacuate 100 Maharashtra pilgrims who were stranded in Nepal following severe flash floods. The operation included ferrying the pilgrims to Patna, Ayodhya, and Delhi, as reported by The Statesman. Press Trust of India and Asian News International confirmed that the Bihar government successfully rescued the pilgrims, with some returning to Nagpur after a tense journey. The Statesman also noted that additional pilgrims were being transported to various Indian cities, while other outlets focused on the broader rescue efforts and the return of specific groups.