Vigil held in Auckland for victims of Nepal floods
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New Zealand Nepal Society, Mark Mitchell
Auckland, New Zealand; Rasuwa, Nepal
August 29, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/29/2026, 10:30:47 AM
About 40 people gathered in Auckland to mourn victims of devastating floods in Nepal. Five New Zealand citizens are reported missing in the Rasuwa region of Nepal. Ethnic Communities Minister Mark Mitchell attended the vigil and pledged support for recovery efforts.
- Earlier version 18/29/2026, 8:40:49 AM
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