Nepal rescues 500 trapped in hydro projects amid harsh conditions

On 29 August 2026, Nepal launched rescue operations to reach over 500 people trapped in six hydropower sites, hampered by severe weather and rugged mountain terrain.

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Nepal fights time, terrain to save 500 feared trapped in six hydro projects

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Nepalese rescue operations are currently challenged by harsh weather and rugged terrain as teams strive to reach over 500 individuals trapped in six hydro-power sites impacted by flash floods. The Nepalese army and armed police are on the ground conducting rescue missions, yet inclement conditions and accessibility issues pose significant hurdles. They are leveraging technology, including drones a