Indian Embassy Issues Travel Advisory for Nepal Amid Recent Unrest

The Indian embassy in Kathmandu on Friday issued a travel advisory for Indian nationals visiting Nepal, noting that while the situation in the country has improved over the past week, travelers should remain cautious and follow instructions from the embassy or local authorities.

“The situation in Nepal has improved considerably over the past week. Road transport and flights are now operating regularly,” the advisory stated.
“Indian nationals travelling to Nepal are advised to exercise due caution and adhere to advisories/updates issued by the Embassy of India in Kathmandu or local authorities of Nepal.”

The advisory also provided dedicated contact details for assistance:

• Helpline (including WhatsApp): +977-9808602881

• Permanent emergency number: +977-9851316807

• Email: helpdesk.eoiktm@gmail.com

Post-Protest Recovery Efforts

Authorities in Nepal have begun clearing charred vehicles from streets and parking areas, with government buildings receiving fresh paint after the violent protests last week.

• Cranes are being used to tow damaged vehicles to the federal parliament premises.

• Vehicles are being marked with registration numbers for insurance claims and damage assessment.

Damage Assessment:

• Preliminary surveys report around 700 vehicles torched, including over 250 four-wheelers and 450 two-wheelers.

• The Prime Minister’s Office alone suffered 47 four-wheelers and 74 two-wheelers damaged.

• The Home Ministry and Federal Parliament Secretariat also reported significant vehicular damage.

The newly appointed interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki temporarily operated from another building as the main Prime Minister’s Office was damaged during the protests. With election dates announced, life is gradually returning to normal, and the PMO is receiving a fresh coat of white paint.