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Nepal Floods: Amitabh Bachchan Laments Nature's Fury
29 Aug
Summary
- Amitabh Bachchan expressed deep concern over the devastating Nepal floods.
- Flash floods triggered by a glacial collapse killed at least 475 people.
- Bollywood celebrities offered support and shared helpline information.
Amitabh Bachchan has shared his distress over the devastating flash floods in Nepal, stating that the "fury of nature" is beyond human control and calling for prayers. The catastrophic event was initiated by an ice-rock avalanche following a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border.
The torrent of water, mud, and debris tore through central Nepal, destroying homes, vehicles, roads, and bridges, burying entire settlements. As of the latest reports, at least 475 individuals have died, with approximately 1,500 still unaccounted for, while rescue operations continue amidst severe communication disruptions.
Numerous figures from the Indian film industry, including Manisha Koirala, Kangana Ranaut, and Sanjay Dutt, have conveyed their grief and solidarity. They have shared messages of support, distributed helpline numbers, and pledged assistance to those impacted by the tragedy.
Concerns were also raised for visitors, including Bengali actors Kharaj and Pratibha Mukherjee, who were temporarily stranded due to travel disruptions. Their son confirmed they were safe, though filming plans were affected by heavy rains in Pokhara.
