Govt leaves no stone unturned for search and rescue efforts in flood-affected areas: Minister Dr Timilsina
Summary
The government is deploying more than 21,000 security personnel, 25 helicopters and other equipment for search and rescue in flood-hit areas of the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river systems. Officials say recovery and reconstruction plans are being prepared as thousands remain unaccounted for in Nuwakot.
Key Points
- The government says it will prioritize search and rescue in flood-affected areas of the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river systems.
- More than 21,000 joint security personnel, 25 helicopters and other resources have been mobilized for disaster response.
- Officials are preparing emergency and long-term recovery plans while warning against rebuilding settlements in the affected areas.
- In Nuwakot, 2,604 people were reported unaccounted for, 193 bodies were recovered and 2,714 people were sheltered in relief camps.
