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Amitabh Bachchan calls Nepal floods ‘unbearable’, prays for victims
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🗓 30 Aug 2026, 08:36 AM
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Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan said the devastation caused by the recent floods in Nepal was unbearable to watch and offered prayers for those affected.
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered severe flooding across several districts of Nepal, submerging villages, damaging infrastructure and displacing thousands of residents. Rescue teams and the Nepalese army are engaged in relief operations, while humanitarian agencies are mobilising aid for the affected communities.
The disaster prompted a wave of reactions from public figures in the region. Veteran Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan, who has a large following in both India and Nepal, expressed his shock on social media, describing the scene as "unbearable to watch." He extended heartfelt prayers for the victims and urged people to support relief efforts.
Bachchan’s statement underscores the cross‑border empathy that such natural calamities evoke, as many Indians have historically offered assistance to Nepal during crises. Authorities in both countries continue to monitor the situation, emphasizing the need for coordinated response to prevent further loss of life.
The floods are expected to persist as the monsoon season continues, with officials warning of possible landslides and additional waterlogging in low‑lying areas. Relief agencies are calling for donations and volunteers to aid the ongoing rescue and rehabilitation work.
The disaster prompted a wave of reactions from public figures in the region. Veteran Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan, who has a large following in both India and Nepal, expressed his shock on social media, describing the scene as "unbearable to watch." He extended heartfelt prayers for the victims and urged people to support relief efforts.
Bachchan’s statement underscores the cross‑border empathy that such natural calamities evoke, as many Indians have historically offered assistance to Nepal during crises. Authorities in both countries continue to monitor the situation, emphasizing the need for coordinated response to prevent further loss of life.
The floods are expected to persist as the monsoon season continues, with officials warning of possible landslides and additional waterlogging in low‑lying areas. Relief agencies are calling for donations and volunteers to aid the ongoing rescue and rehabilitation work.