Lawmakers Criticize Government's Ineffective Response to Natural Disasters
Summary
Lawmakers in Nepal’s National Assembly have criticized the government’s weak response to the devastating Bhote Koshi flood, urging faster rescue, relief and rehabilitation for affected districts including Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Gorkha. They also linked the disaster to climate change and called for stronger coordination across all levels of government.
Key Points
- Lawmakers said the government’s presence in rescue and relief efforts has been weak and urged immediate action for flood-hit areas.
- Kamala Panta called for faster body identification, better coordination, and the use of DNA or fingerprint technology to hand over remains to families.
- Jhakku Prasad Subedi and Prem Prasad Dahal blamed climate change for the disaster and pressed for stronger relief, rehabilitation, and international climate justice efforts.
- Mahanta Thakur called for national unity and expressed condolences to families affected by the Bhote Koshi flood.
