Notice for Sri Lankans Currently Living in Nepal
Sudden flooding in Budhigandaki river originating from one of its tributaries near Samagaun Rural Municipality-5, Gorkha District took place around 06:00 a.m. on 11 October Sunday, raising serious safety concerns along downstream sections of the Budhigandaki river.
All Sri Lankans currently travelling or staying in Gorkha, Dhading, Nuwakot and Chitwan districts or other areas along the Budhigandaki river corridors are strongly urged to:
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Exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant..
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Avoid travelling close to rivers, riverbanks,
bridges and low-lying areas.
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Follow instructions and safety advisories issued
by local authorities, security agencies and Tourist Police.
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Remain in safe locations and avoid unnecessary
movement until the situation becomes clearer.
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Maintain regular contact with Sri Lankan Embassy
in Kathmandu, your hotel, trekking agencies, guide and local tourism operators.
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Check road conditions before undertaking any
onward journey.
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Do not attempt to cross flooded roads, streams
or rivers under any circumstances.
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Move immediately to higher and safer ground if
instructed by local authorities.
For Those Planning Travel:
-Postpone all travel to the
affected districts until official sources confirm that road conditions are safe and the flood threat has subsided.
-Do not proceed toward any
affected destination until further notice.
Emergency Contact:
Sri Lankan nationals requiring assistance, coordination, or facilitation are encouraged to contact the Sri Lankan Embassy in Kathmandu immediately.
📞 24-Hour Emergency
Hotline: +9779851048653
Email : slemb.kathmandu@mfa.gov.lk
Embassy officials are available
around the clock to provide support to any Sri Lankan citizen currently in
Nepal.
Stay safe and follow official
updates closely.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Kathmandu
11th October 2026