Nepal Police warns against rumours over relief supplies after floods
Summary
Nepal Police has denied social media claims that security agencies took relief materials meant for flood victims and failed to distribute them. The force said its personnel are actively involved in rescue, medical assistance, body recovery and relief operations after floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers.
Key Points
- Nepal Police urged the public not to spread false and baseless rumours about relief materials during flood response operations.
- The warning follows devastating floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers that caused deaths and damage in districts including Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading.
- Security personnel from the Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force are engaged in search, rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts.
- Police said unverified claims can damage morale, create public distrust and hinder disaster-management work.
