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Nepal Flood Toll Surpasses 1,300; India-Nepal Teams Clear Chilime Tunnel
A severe flood in Nepal has resulted in over 1,300 fatalities. Joint India-Nepal teams are working to clear mud and debris from the Chilime Tunnel, a critical route affected by the disaster. The operation is ongoing amid challenging conditions.
The flood, which struck Nepal on September 6, 2026, has claimed over 1,300 lives, with extensive damage reported across the country. The disaster has disrupted transportation and infrastructure, particularly in mountainous regions. India-Nepal teams are collaborating to clear the Chilime Tunnel, a vital link between the two nations, which has been blocked by mud and debris. The operation is being conducted under difficult conditions, with both teams working around the clock to restore access.
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IndependentThe StatesmanSep 6, 08:32 AM
Nepal flood toll tops 1,300; India-Nepal teams battle mud, debris inside Chilime Tunnel - The StatesmanNepal flood toll tops 1,300; India-Nepal teams battle mud, debris inside Chilime Tunnel The Statesman
IndependentThe StatesmanSep 6, 08:19 AM
Nepal flood toll tops 1,300; India-Nepal teams battle mud, debris inside Chilime Tunnel - thestatesman.comNepal flood toll tops 1,300; India-Nepal teams battle mud, debris inside Chilime Tunnel thestatesman.com