Department Reports 7,570 Private Homes Damaged by Bhote Koshi Flood
Summary
The Department of Urban Development and Building Construction says the Bhote Koshi flood damaged 7,570 private homes across several districts, with Nuwakot, Dhading and Rasuwa hit hardest. The government plans temporary shelters and is studying Bidur in Nuwakot for permanent resettlement.
Key Points
- The Department of Urban Development and Building Construction says 7,570 private homes were damaged by the Bhote Koshi flood on September 10.
- Nuwakot, Dhading and Rasuwa recorded the heaviest losses, while 45 government buildings, schools and public structures were also damaged.
- Around 3,450 displaced people are currently staying in schools and community buildings, and temporary shelters are planned within three weeks.
- The department has begun preliminary studies for permanent settlement in Bidur, Nuwakot, while the cabinet has not yet decided on housing grants.
