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West Bengal CM Meets Families of Missing Nepali Tourists, Offers Visa Assistance

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the families of 14 Nepali tourists who went missing in Nepal, offering emotional support and a promise to help them secure Chinese visas. The meeting took place in Kolkata, where the CM expressed sympathy for the grieving families and assured the state government would assist in any legal or bureaucratic processes. This gesture comes amid ongoing efforts to retrieve the missing tourists and facilitate their return home.

West Bengal CM Meets Families of Missing Nepali Tourists, Offers Visa Assistance
West Bengal CM Meets Families of Missing Nepali Tourists, Offers Visa AssistancePhoto via Indian Express — Kolkata

The West Bengal government has taken a step to support the families of 14 Nepali tourists who vanished during a trip to Nepal. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met with the relatives in Kolkata, expressing condolences and pledging state assistance. During the meeting, the CM promised to aid the families in obtaining Chinese visas, a requirement for the tourists’ return journey, and assured that her administration would expedite any necessary paperwork. The families thanked the CM for her personal involvement and highlighted the need for swift action to bring their loved ones back. The state government will coordinate with relevant authorities to ensure the visa process is completed efficiently and to keep the families updated on progress.

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