Stranded in Nepal: Kolkata Father's Anxious Wait After Devastating Earthquake

The ground beneath Nepal may have quieted, but for Sandip Mondal, a resident of Kolkata's Baghajatin, the tremors of uncertainty continue to shake his world. What began as a heartfelt visit to his medical student daughter in Biratnagar, Nepal, has transformed into a harrowing ordeal, leaving him stranded and desperate for answers.

Mondal’s scheduled return flight with Buddha Air to Kolkata on November 2nd was meant to be a straightforward journey.

Instead, the devastating earthquake that struck Nepal on Friday night has thrown all travel plans into disarray. With widespread flight diversions and cancellations, communication lines are often jammed, and official information remains sparse, adding to his growing anxiety.

“My flight was supposed to be at 12:40 PM from Biratnagar to Kolkata on November 2, but due to the earthquake, I’m stuck,” Mondal shared, his voice laden with concern.

His primary worry isn't just his own predicament, but the escalating financial strain and the profound emotional toll on his family back in Kolkata, who await his safe return.

The situation is dire; Mondal admits he is rapidly running out of money. The unexpected extension of his stay, coupled with the difficulty in accessing funds and the lack of clarity from the airline, paints a grim picture.

He desperately needs to get back to his wife and other family members, who are undoubtedly consumed with worry for his safety.

As Nepal grapples with the aftermath of the powerful quake, countless individuals like Sandip Mondal find themselves caught in the crossfire of natural disaster and logistical chaos.

His story is a poignant reminder of the far-reaching human impact of such events, turning routine travel into an unimaginable test of endurance and hope.