Ministry Directs Intensified Search, Rescue, and Treatment in Flood-Affected Areas
Summary
The Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene has ordered intensified search, rescue, and treatment efforts in flood- and landslide-affected areas after the Bhote Koshi disaster in Rasuwa. Staff, hospitals, and officials have been told to remain on duty and provide immediate health services in affected districts including Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha, and Chitwan.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene has instructed subordinate bodies to step up search, rescue, and treatment operations after the Bhote Koshi flood and landslide in Rasuwa.
- The ministry has directed hospitals, institutions, and employees to provide immediate health services and relief in affected districts including Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha, and Chitwan.
- No leave will be approved for employees except for special and essential work until disaster management is completed.
- Designated officials and focal persons must remain present even on public holidays, while healthcare workers have been told to make treatment arrangements for the injured.
