FINDING THE LOTUS IN THE MUD
Summary
A devastating flash flood across the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli River corridors has killed more than 788 people and displaced thousands in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading. Plan International is focusing its response on children and girls, combining shelter, clean water, psychosocial support, and cash assistance with local partners.
Key Points
- More than 788 people were killed and thousands went missing after the 26 August 2026 flash flood struck river corridors in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading.
- Plan International’s Global Humanitarian Director Dr Unni Krishnan described the disaster’s impact on children, girls, and displaced families after field visits in Nepal.
- The response includes temporary learning spaces, food, clean water, psychosocial support, gender-responsive protection, and cash assistance.
- Krishnan linked the disaster to climate vulnerability and urged aid that preserves dignity and supports local recovery.
