Where does the money raised for Bhotekoshi flood victims go?
Summary
The Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund has collected more than Rs 7 billion for Bhotekoshi flood victims, with the government opening separate accounts and planning to use the money for affected districts. Officials say the fund can legally be used for other disasters, but this time it will be spent only on the flood-hit areas.
Key Points
- The Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund has received more than Rs 7 billion for rescue and relief after the Bhotekoshi flood.
- The government has opened separate accounts and decided to spend the money only on victims in the affected areas this time.
- The fund released Rs 1 billion immediately, and NDRRMA has distributed amounts to 15 local governments across five districts.
- Although disaster relief funds can be used for other emergencies under the regulations, the current policy is to use the donations for the stated purpose.
