More than a week after a major flash flood devastated a valley in Nepal, rescue operations remain underway with a unique technological approach. A network of engineers has organized a WhatsApp group to provide real-time technical support and guidance to rescue workers on the ground.

The primary objective of these efforts is to locate potential survivors trapped within the tunnels of several hydropower plants that were severely damaged during the flooding. The coordination allows experts who may not be physically present at the disaster site to analyze structural data and provide instructions to the teams scouring the debris.

While the rescue mission is ongoing, the situation remains critical due to the extent of the destruction caused by the flash floods. The use of instant messaging platforms like WhatsApp has become a vital tool in bridging the gap between remote technical expertise and the urgent, hands-on work required to navigate the compromised infrastructure of the hydropower facilities. The search continues as authorities attempt to clear paths through the mud and wreckage to reach areas that were previously inaccessible.