The Isha Foundation camp in Tibet was engulfed in sorrow following Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev’s emotional revelation that 80 members were allegedly lost in severe flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border. The atmosphere in Saga, Tibet, was filled with despair, particularly as the anguished cries of followers echoed around the camp.

Struggling to maintain his composure, Sadhguru expressed his desperation by appealing to both Indian and Chinese embassies for permission to travel to Tibet’s Gyirong district, an area heavily affected by the disaster. His aim is to assist in the rescue operations and search for the missing pilgrims’ remains.

During his address, Sadhguru, visibly shaken, shared his thoughts on the unfortunate event, stating, “This is a terrible and extraordinary event.” He conveyed deep concern about the devastation and its implications for those affected.

Current Situation and Death Toll

As of now, reports indicate that around 170 individuals have died and 1,500 are unaccounted for in the area due to the floods that devastated several districts in Nepal bordering Tibet. The floods have obliterated homes, swept away vehicles, and destroyed bridges, significantly disrupting communication across the region. Furthermore, approximately 300 Indians are reportedly missing.

In his address, Sadhguru disclosed that he had attempted to reach the impacted area on Thursday morning but encountered insurmountable obstacles due to the magnitude of the disaster. He remarked, “We have received no official confirmation of any kind so far… But looking at the scale of the devastation, the situation does not look good.”

He emphasised the difficulty in accessing the affected region, which had become nearly impossible following the catastrophic event. The foundation hopes for updates on the whereabouts of the missing individuals soon.

Loss of Contact and Immediate Aftermath

Sadhguru detailed the last moments of communication with the group, elaborating that they were within the immigration centre at Gyirong when they lost contact. The centre was reportedly washed away in seconds, a fact corroborated by a widely circulated video capturing the moment the floodwaters impacted the structure.

He reflected on being at the same immigration centre just a week earlier, highlighting the suddenness of the disaster. “The same building where we were for immigration just a week ago… that entire building is washed away,” he stated, his voice filled with disbelief at the rapid change in circumstances.

According to Sadhguru, the last message received from the group leader, Ishanga Praveen, was timestamped at 9.05 am, indicating their safe arrival at the immigration centre. However, by 9.14 am, the centre was engulfed by the floodwaters.

Sadhguru further recounted that Praveen had been an integral member of the Isha Foundation for over two decades. Despite efforts to restore communication, they noted that Praveen’s Nepal phone number had remained inactive throughout the day, heightening concerns for his safety.

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