147 local representatives, government staff, teachers and security personnel missing after Bhotekoshi floods
Summary
At least 147 local representatives, government staff, teachers and security personnel remain missing after the devastating Bhotekoshi floods. The disaster has left 3,916 people unaccounted for across Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading, while 1,114 bodies have been recovered so far.
Key Points
- At least 147 local elected representatives, government employees, teachers and security personnel are missing after the Bhotekoshi floods.
- The missing are part of 3,916 people still unaccounted for after the floods hit Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading on August 26.
- Missing personnel include local representatives from Gosainkunda and Uttargaya rural municipalities, along with teachers and other local government workers.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says 83 security personnel and 639 hydropower workers also remain missing.
