Press Release No : 584 Date: 26.08.2026 PRESS RELEASE Social Media Post of Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru S. Joseph Vijay Regarding Urgent Rescue Operations for Stranded Tamil Nadu Tourists in Nepal Flash Floods I was deeply shocked and grieved by the reports that several Indians, including Tamils, have gone missing following sudden flash floods in Nepal. I have instructed senior officers at Tamil Nadu House in New Delhi to coordinate all necessary rescue efforts and render all humanitarian assistance to the affected people from Tamil Nadu in coordination with Central Authorities. Emergency helpline contact numbers have been activated for stranded Tamils and their families in Tamil Nadu to reach out for assistance. Further, proactive measures are underway via the Ministry of External Affairs and the Embassy of India in Kathmandu to track information and ensure the safety of all Tamil citizens. ************* Issued By: - DIPR, Secretariat, Chennai – 9