Devastating Flood Hits Nuwakot, Affecting Three Municipal Wards
Summary
The flood in the Trishuli River has severely affected three wards of Belkotgadhi Municipality in Nuwakot, displacing around 200 families and leaving more than 150 people missing. Roads are blocked, communication is disrupted, and rescue teams are struggling to reach Ward No. 8, which has been cut off from all sides.
Key Points
- Three wards of Belkotgadhi Municipality in Nuwakot were hit by a devastating flood in the Trishuli River, causing erosion, inundation, and major displacement.
- More than 150 people are missing, around 30 bodies have been recovered, and about 65 houses have been completely damaged.
- The Galchi-Trishuli-Melung-Syafrubesi road is fully blocked, leaving Ward No. 8 cut off and creating shortages of food and medicine.
- Mayor Jagat Bahadur Gurung says relief and rescue efforts are being slowed by road blockages, communication disruptions, and bureaucratic delays.
