Infosys Public Services President and CEO Lax Gopisetty remains unreachable after catastrophic flash floods struck Nepal while he was visiting the region in a personal capacity. Infosys is working with relevant agencies and supporting his family as search efforts continue.
Infosys Executive Remains Unreachable
Infosys confirmed that Lax Gopisetty, who heads its public-sector subsidiary Infosys Public Services, could not be contacted following the devastating floods in Nepal. The company said Gopisetty had travelled to the region personally and was not there on an official business assignment. Infosys stressed that its immediate priority is establishing contact with him and ensuring his safety and well-being. The company has not released further details about his travel plans or the precise area where he was last known to be present.
Company Supporting Gopisetty’s Family
Infosys said it is coordinating with the appropriate agencies to collect information and locate Gopisetty. The Bengaluru-headquartered technology company is also maintaining close communication with his family and providing the assistance they require during the uncertainty. Infosys expressed sorrow over the deaths and widespread destruction caused by the disaster, adding that its thoughts are with Gopisetty and everyone affected. The company’s wording remains cautious, describing him as “not reachable” rather than confirming any specific outcome.
Floods Cause Catastrophic Destruction
The flash floods struck the Himalayan border region after what authorities believe may have been a high-altitude glacier collapse. Powerful torrents of water, mud, ice and debris swept through settlements, damaged roads and bridges, and cut off several communities. Hundreds of deaths have been confirmed across Nepal and Tibet, while thousands of people remain unaccounted for. The casualty figures continue to change as teams reach previously inaccessible areas and verify reports. Rescue personnel are using helicopters and ground teams, but damaged infrastructure and the possibility of additional flooding have complicated operations.
Indians Among Those Still Unaccounted For
India’s Ministry of External Affairs said in its August 28 update that around 320 Indian nationals remained uncontactable in the flood-affected region, while hundreds more were stranded on the Chinese side of the border. Indian authorities have increased rescue and relief coordination with Nepal and dispatched multiple consignments of emergency assistance. Officials are also working to contact citizens, identify safe evacuation routes and support stranded travellers and pilgrims. Because the situation is changing rapidly, the number of people missing or rescued may be revised as communications are restored.
The effort to establish contact with Gopisetty continues alongside the broader search for survivors. Infosys has said it will remain focused on his safety and on supporting his family as agencies carry out rescue operations in the worst-affected areas.
