On Wednesday, an avalanche in Nepal triggered flash floods, killing at least
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An avalanche and flash floods in Nepal led to significant casualties and infrastructure damage, prompting India to offer humanitarian assistance.
Background
The disaster resulted in at least 19 deaths and left 384 tourists, including many Indians, missing. It caused significant damage to electricity production facilities and closed major highways in Nepal.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceNepal is a landlocked country in South Asia, sharing a long border with India.
- FactThe disaster resulted in at least 19 confirmed deaths and 384 missing persons.
- S&TClimate change is cited as a factor increasing the frequency of extreme weather events in the Himalayan region.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's 'Neighborhood First' policy in providing humanitarian assistance and disaster management support to Nepal.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- humanitarian diplomacy
- regional stability
- climate change vulnerability
- infrastructure connectivity
Keywords: humanitarian assistance · disaster management · climate resilience · regional cooperation
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