GENERAL4 Sept 2026
Nepal floods: Centre to offer DNA profiling services to identify victims
India is helping Nepal identify flood victims. First-degree relatives in India—parents, children or siblings—can give DNA samples at central or state forensic labs. These profiles will be matched against unidentified remains. Over 12,000 people have been rescued, while about 5,000 remain missing. The death toll has reached 1,259. Families who need help should contact the Nepal Police helpline.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The death toll from the Nepal floods has reached at least 1,259, with more than 12,000 rescued and about 5,000 still missing.
- First-degree relatives in India may have DNA samples collected at CFSLs, SFSLs, NFSU labs, or NABL-accredited laboratories.
- DNA profiles can be sent by email to dnacodis@nepalpolice.gov.np for comparison with unidentified remains.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your parent, child, or sibling is missing in the Nepal floods, contact the Nepal Police helpline at +977 9841 6160 95 or email dnacodis@nepalpolice.gov.np to learn how to submit your DNA sample.
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