Rasuwa Flood Damages 55 Drinking Water Projects, Estimated Loss NPR 64 Million
Summary
A flash flood in the Nepal-Tibet border area of Rasuwa has damaged 55 drinking water projects across four districts, with preliminary losses estimated at NPR 64 million. Authorities have begun short-term and long-term measures to restore water services in affected areas using generators, pumps, tankers, and repair materials.
Key Points
- A flash flood in Rasuwa has damaged 55 drinking water projects in four districts, with estimated losses of NPR 64 million.
- Nuwakot suffered the heaviest damage, followed by Dhading, Gorkha and Rasuwa.
- The Department of Drinking Water and Sewerage Management has deployed generators, pumps and tankers to restore water supply in affected settlements.
- Repair materials and a technical team have been mobilized to prevent a drinking water crisis and rebuild damaged structures.
