Editorial | Prioritise psychological support for those affected by the Bhotekoshi flood
Summary
People affected by the Bhotekoshi flood, especially children, are facing severe trauma after losing family members, homes and livelihoods. The editorial urges the government and aid agencies to expand psychological counselling through communities, hospitals and shelters.
Key Points
- Thousands along the Bhotekoshi corridor have been deeply traumatised after losing family members, property and livelihoods in the flood disaster.
- Children have been especially affected, with students from Tribhuvan Trishuli School in Bidur reportedly fainting and suffering intense fear after the flood.
- The editorial says psychological counselling has been neglected as the government focuses on rescue and relief, and calls for NGOs and specialised agencies to help.
- Counselling should be expanded to communities, hospitals and temporary shelters, with a strategic plan to ensure broad access for survivors.
