Flood tragedy brings mourning day, but Gen Z uprising gets public holiday
Summary
The government will observe a national day of mourning on September 7 for victims of the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli floods, while September 8 has been declared a public holiday for ‘Gen Z Martyrs’ Day.’ Flood-related deaths have risen to 1,259, with 5,083 people still missing, according to the NDRRMA.
Key Points
- The Cabinet has decided to observe national mourning on September 7 after the floods that struck the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers on August 26.
- September 8 has been declared a public holiday for ‘Gen Z Martyrs’ Day,’ drawing criticism amid nationwide grief over the floods.
- The flood death toll has reached 1,259, with 95 bodies identified and 5,083 people still missing.
- The NDRRMA said 5,384 injured people are receiving treatment and 12,038 stranded people have been rescued.
