Mumbai, Aug. 28 -- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday reached out to tourists and residents from the state who are currently stranded in Nepal following the devastating flash floods that have ravaged the Himalayan nation.

Interacting with the stranded citizens via video call, the Deputy Chief Minister inquired about their well-being and the ground situation. He assured them that the state administration is working tirelessly to ensure their safe and swift evacuation.

Earlier, speaking to reporters, Eknath Shinde said, "The incident that has happened in Nepal is a very tragic and unfortunate event. Our country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is fully cooperating with Nepal. Some people from Maharashtra are there. ...