Opposition Parties Criticize Government's Response to Flood Victims
Summary
Opposition parties have criticized the government for failing to provide timely search, rescue and relief support to people affected by the BhoteKoshi floods. They said coordination with international, provincial and local authorities has been weak, while the ruling party said an all-party mechanism will be formed for relief and reconstruction.
Key Points
- Opposition parties said the government failed in search, rescue and relief distribution for BhoteKoshi flood victims.
- Congress spokesperson Devraj Chalise accused the government of delaying technical assistance for tunnel rescue operations.
- UML leader Pradip Gyawali said the government mishandled efforts to mobilize international cooperation.
- RSP spokesperson Jagdish Kharel said an all-party mechanism will be formed at provincial and local levels to coordinate rescue and relief work.
