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Nepal ends search for thousands of flood victims, leaving some families angry and others relieved

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Briefings

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah announced the cessation of search and rescue operations for flood victims following catastrophic events on August 26, 2026. While the government prioritizes rehabilitation and infrastructure repair, approximately 5,285 people remain missing, including hundreds of foreigners. Rescue efforts had previously recovered 1,455 bodies, with hopes briefly renewed after two rescues from the Trishuli hydropower tunnel on September 4, 2026. Families expressed mixed emotions, with some protesting and others relieved. The government estimates reconstruction costs at $4.77 billion, affecting nearly 33,000 people and damaging 7,500 homes.

Key points

• Prime Minister Balendra Shah ordered the end of search and rescue operations for flood victims on Monday, October 8, 2026.
• Approximately 5,285 people remain missing, including hundreds of foreigners, despite 1,455 bodies being recovered.

Context and limitations

Search operations ceased after the government prioritized rehabilitation and infrastructure repair. Uncertainty remains regarding the final count of missing persons and the long-term impact on affected families.

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