Nation marks day of mourning for flood victims
Summary
Nepal is observing a national day of mourning for victims of the devastating Bhotekoshi River floods that killed at least 1,342 people and left around 5,000 missing. Search, rescue and recovery operations continue across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and other affected areas.
Key Points
- The government declared September 7 a national day of mourning in memory of those killed in the Bhotekoshi River floods of August 26.
- At least 1,342 people have died and around 5,000 remain missing, according to the latest government figures.
- The floods caused severe damage to homes, roads, bridges, hydropower projects and other critical infrastructure in multiple districts.
- The Nepali Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force and international rescue teams are continuing search, rescue and recovery operations.
