APF to provide Rs 2.5 million to each family of its on-duty staff killed in disaster

Summary

The Armed Police Force Nepal will provide Rs 2.5 million to each family of on-duty staff killed in the recent Bhotekoshi flood, along with education support for their children and loan waivers. The force will also deposit Rs 155 million into the Prime Minister Natural Disaster Relief Fund.

Key Points
  • APF Nepal has decided to give Rs 2.5 million to each family of on-duty staff killed in the Bhotekoshi flood.
  • Families of deceased APF members will be exempted from remaining loans from the Employee Welfare Fund, and their children will get free schooling up to Grade 10 in APF schools.
  • APF will also provide financial aid to families of dependent victims, retired staff affected by the disaster, and injured or homeless personnel.
  • The force will deposit Rs 155 million into the Prime Minister Natural Disaster Relief Fund from contributions collected among APF personnel.
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