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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

275 Indians remain missing in Nepal; 166 rescued, says MEA

As many as 275 Indian nationals remain missing in Nepal, while 166 have been rescued so far, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.

"As per our current information, 275 Indian nationals remain missing," Jaiswal said, adding that India remains in close touch with the Nepali government, Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant state governments in India.

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The MEA has been regularly releasing the names of Indians who have been rescued, Jaiswal said, while appreciating the efforts of the Nepalese authorities.

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