MP Thakur Singh Tharu Discusses Rasuwa Disaster and Bardiya's Development
Summary
MP Thakur Singh Tharu is coordinating search and rescue efforts for about 76 people from Bardiya missing in the Rasuwa disaster, including workers trapped in tunnels and floods. He says Bardiya’s lack of jobs is forcing residents to risk their lives for work elsewhere, and he plans to focus on local employment and overall development in his district.
Key Points
- Thakur Singh Tharu says about 76 people from Bardiya are missing after the Rasuwa disaster and search-and-rescue efforts are still ongoing.
- He has coordinated with the Rasuwa administration, disaster authorities, local residents and rescued workers to gather information and contact families.
- Tharu says Bardiya’s lack of industries and jobs is pushing residents to work in risky jobs in hydropower projects, roads and hotels outside the district.
- He says his main priority as MP is to create employment in Bardiya and push development in education, health and drinking water.
