Nepal floods: Telangana, Andhra Pradesh open helplines for stranded residents
Synopsis
With Nepal's floods cutting off pilgrimage and tourist routes, both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have swung into action — opening dedicated helplines at their Delhi Bhavans and directing officials to coordinate with the Centre and the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu to trace and assist stranded residents.
Key Takeaways
Telangana government activated a helpline at Telangana Bhavan, New Delhi on 27 August on orders of CM A.
Helpline contacts: 9871999044 , 9949351270 , 9618597969 .
Andhra Pradesh set up a control room at Andhra Pradesh Bhavan, Delhi — numbers 011-23384016 , 011-23387089 ; WhatsApp 9059824101 .
Chandrababu Naidu directed the Real-Time Governance (RTG) wing to monitor and assist affected pilgrims.
Both states are coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Embassy of India in Kathmandu .
The Telangana government has activated a dedicated helpline and coordination centre at Telangana Bhavan in New Delhi to assist residents of the state who may be stranded or affected by the ongoing floods in Nepal. The move, ordered on 27 August on the instructions of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, comes as the flood situation in Nepal continues to disrupt travel and pilgrimage routes.
How the Helpline Works
Family members unable to reach relatives, pilgrims, or tourists from Telangana currently in Nepal are urged to contact the helpline and provide details including the person's name, passport information, mobile number, present or last known location in Nepal, and travel or tour operator details. The government has directed Telangana Bhavan to coordinate with the Ministry of External Affairs, the Embassy of India in Kathmandu, and other relevant authorities to facilitate assistance on priority.
The helpline contacts are: Vandhana, PS to Resident Commissioner and Liaison Head — 9871999044; Ch. Chakravarthi, Public Relations Officer — 9949351270; G. Rakshit Naik, Liaison Officer — 9618597969.
Andhra Pradesh Also Mobilises
The Andhra Pradesh government has similarly set up a control room at Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in Delhi to identify and assist state residents stranded in the disaster zone. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to locate those affected and take measures to move them to safety. The state is coordinating with the Central government on the matter.
The Andhra Pradesh control room can be reached at 011-23384016 and 011-23387089, with a WhatsApp contact at 9059824101. Naidu has also directed the Real-Time Governance (RTG) wing to continuously monitor and extend assistance to affected pilgrims.
Coordination with Central Authorities
Both state governments are maintaining continuous liaison with the Central government and Indian diplomatic channels in Kathmandu. Officials indicated that cases brought to the notice of the helplines will be taken up with appropriate authorities on priority. Further updates will be issued as information is received from concerned authorities.
This comes amid a broader emergency response to the Nepal floods, which have disrupted travel and cut off several pilgrimage and tourist routes frequented by visitors from southern India. Both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have significant populations travelling to Nepal for religious and leisure purposes.
Point of View
Where ground-level coordination ultimately matters most. With large numbers of pilgrims from southern India travelling to Nepal's religious sites, both governments face reputational pressure to show tangible results, not just helpline numbers.
NationPress
27 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Telangana helpline number for Nepal flood assistance?
Telangana Bhavan in New Delhi has set up a helpline with three contacts: Vandhana (PS to Resident Commissioner) at 9871999044, Ch. Chakravarthi (PRO) at 9949351270, and G. Rakshit Naik (Liaison Officer) at 9618597969. Family members of those stranded in Nepal can call these numbers and provide passport details, last known location, and travel operator information.
What is the Andhra Pradesh control room number for Nepal floods?
The Andhra Pradesh government has set up a control room at Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in Delhi. It can be reached at 011-23384016 and 011-23387089, with a WhatsApp contact at 9059824101.
Who ordered the Telangana helpline for Nepal floods?
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy directed the activation of the helpline and coordination centre at Telangana Bhavan, New Delhi, in response to the prevailing flood situation in Nepal.
How are the state governments coordinating to help stranded residents in Nepal?
Both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Embassy of India in Kathmandu. Cases reported to the helplines will be taken up with appropriate authorities on priority, according to officials.
Who is affected by the Nepal floods from India?
Residents, pilgrims, and tourists from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh who are currently in Nepal may be affected. Both state governments are seeking details of stranded individuals to facilitate assistance through central and diplomatic channels.
