Govt must seek compensation under ‘loss and damage’ mechanism: MP Parajuli
Summary
RSP deputy leader Ganesh Parajuli has urged the government to seek compensation through the Loss and Damage Fund after the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli disaster. He also called for transparent DNA identification, scientific investigation, and stronger climate-resilience measures.
Key Points
- Parajuli demanded transparency in DNA identification, forensic records and digital records related to the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli disaster.
- He said Nepal should pursue climate justice and compensation through international mechanisms such as the Loss and Damage Fund.
- He urged a scientific study of the disaster, documentation of economic and non-economic losses, and an independent investigation.
- He also called for a risk map, rehabilitation plan for affected families, and permanent national disaster-response capacity.
